Resilience Action International

About Resilience Action International

Resilience Action International (RAI) is a refugee-led, non-governmental organization (NGO) based in Kakuma Refugee Camp, Kenya. RAI is dedicated to empowering refugee youths through integrated programs that promote economic development, reproductive health, and vocational education. Founded by refugee youths in 2010, RAI started as a self-help group with a mission to equip non-English-speaking refugees with language skills for better integration. Today, RAI's programs extend far beyond language training, focusing on improving the socio-economic prospects of refugee and marginalized communities. These programs include vocational education and training (VET) in digital skills, handcrafts, and entrepreneurship, with a strong emphasis on reproductive health advocacy and education, especially in humanitarian settings. By addressing the specific needs of displaced populations, RAI strives to create pathways to self-reliance and socio-economic integration of refugee youths into society.

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08:39 am · Feb 06, 2024

Resilience Action International is partnering with refugee owned saloon to enhance hairdressing skills to displaced youths living in Kakuma, one of the largest refugee camps in Kenya. Many young people face challenges such as poverty, lack of education, and limited opportunities for livelihoods. By providing them with hairdressing skills, we aim to empower them to earn an income, improve their self-esteem, and integrate into the local community. We believe that every refugee deserves a chance to

Mission

To empower displaced youth to achieve greater potential by increasing opportunities for education, productive livelihoods, and access to reproductive health services.

Vision

To create a society where every young person can influence the decisions that affect their well-being and participate actively in the socio-economic building of their communities.

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