“I saw that in times like this, the power of community is so important: the value they place on their extended reach is ever more significant. Alumni from previous years are passing on what they learned, playing an important role in shaping their communities.”
The world of 1951 is very different from the world of 2026, yet the need for these protections has not diminished. Millions of people are displaced from their homes. These displaced people need opportunities to regain independence, develop livelihoods, access education and participate in decisions about their own futures.
Despite ongoing challenges around the world the projects that REI funds continue to be strong. Some results from REI funding in the last year to spring 2026
Field visit participants highlight realities often taken for granted through thoughtful questions: the restrictions on freedom many people face, the ingenuity within communities and the dignity of those living in displacement.
Marie-Claire reflects on a Field Visit that was unsettling, inspiring and energising. "I saw clearly how REI enables agency, dignity and hope."
The recent dramatic and abrupt cancellation of foreign aid by the US has exposed the weaknesses in foreign aid and raised serious concerns as to whether it is a sustainable approach for global assistance.
The REI mission is aided by our organization’s informal network of ambassadors, who help spread awareness, raise funds, and generate new supporters.
You can donate to REI and get tax credits through a system called Furusato Nozei. This will earn you tax credits at the year end.