Solidarity Initiative For Refugees

About Solidarity Initiative For Refugees

Kakuma Refugee Camp, established in 1992, is home to 289,861 refugees and asylum seekers from countries like South Sudan, Somalia, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo as of June 2024. Women and children make up 76% of the refugee population in Kenya, with over half living below the international poverty line of US$1.90 per day. Limited access to education, skills training, and livelihood opportunities forces many refugees and local youth to rely on aid. Despite efforts to improve employment and business opportunities, refugees still face significant challenges, including limited digital infrastructure, inadequate employment pathways, high illiteracy rates, and restricted financial access. These hurdles exacerbate unemployment, poverty, and social injustices within refugee and host communities. Without addressing these issues, the cycle of poverty and dependency will continue for generations. Solidarity Initiative for Refugees (SIR) is a refugee-led organization established in 2016 in response to the pressing challenges faced by refugees in Kakuma, Turkana County, Kenya. We leverage digital technology to empower refugees and host community youth in Kakuma and Kalobeyei with relevant skills and tools to build a better future for themselves and become economically self-sustained.

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05:23 pm · Oct 18, 2024

What a way to close the week! ???? In Kakuma, where refugees survive on less than $2 a day, economic opportunities are scarce—especially for young women. Many are left without access to the resources needed to break this cycle of poverty. At Solidarity Initiative for Refugees (SIR), we’re tackling this head-on by providing digital skills training, mentorship, and job linkages. Our goal is simple: equip refugee girls with the tools they need to participate in the digital economy and take control of their futures. This week, the impact of that work was clear. Our girls earned an average of ????,???????????????????????? ???????????? ????????????—with none taking home less than ????????????????????????! That’s more than a source of income; it’s a pathway to independence, dignity, and lasting change. When we invest in refugee girls/women, we unlock potential, elevate communities, and create real hope for a brighter future. hashtag#DigitalInclusion hashtag#WomenEmpowerment hashtag#Localization hashtag#RefugeeLeadership

Mission

To empower refugees and locals through innovative programs and advocacy efforts that enhance their access to quality education, and dignified livelihood opportunities.

Vision

A world where refugees, despite the challenges they face, have the opportunity to lead fulfilling lives, contribute to their communities, and reach their full potential.

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