Tove Kinooka says: ‘I’ve known for a long time that the projects were impactful, but what I hadn’t realized was how extremely professional the project teams are. They are well organised and clearly focused on what is best for their communities.
At REI we recognize that refugees are not passive recipients of aid; they are partners, leaders, and changemakers. Refugees are made, not born—and we are committed to supporting their empowerment in pursuit of their dreams, on their terms.
In countries that have not signed either the 1951 Refugee Convention or the 1967 Protocol, refugees are often left in limbo due to the lack of legal frameworks for protection.
Alec Stamm reviewed his internship with REI and found it gave him a better understanding of the refugee situation and deepened his commitment.
Organisations must be accountable for their actions, shortcomings or setbacks. They must show that the money donated is being used in the most effective and efficient way as possible
Allowing refugees in the workplace not only enables them to give back to the community, but brings local knowledge to the area, and skills can be passed down for generations to come, for employers and employees alike.
The 2025 gala was an evening to think about priorities and recognise how refugee communities are continually reimaging their future.
After graduating from KSDC, Richard went on to work in the camp Justice department. He said: “Asserting our right to self-governance is essential for our state. I hope we can realize our aspirations for a society in which all ethnic groups are unified through a shared empathy.”
His confidence and sense of self-worth were renewed after the treatment program. “I want to share my life-changing experience with friends who want to be free of addiction. They need to know there is a way to quit and that it is never too late.”
Solange received a lot of valuable coaching through the business training, and she put every bit of information gleaned from the program into practice. “The store provides a steady income and new customers keep coming. Everybody has to eat.”