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What do refugees in Nairobi say about RefugePoint’s self-reliance programs? How have these services impacted their ability to achieve lasting independence? To answer these critical questions and more, RefugePoint partnered with the impact measurement experts at 60 Decibels, who conducted an in-depth phone survey with former clients—those who either graduated from or worked their way to self-reliance (self-sufficiency) through our Urban Refugee Protection Program. Visit the link in the comments to read our highlighted key takeaways and recommendations from the evaluation, alongside additional context to help frame the results.

In our newest blog post, we review what caused the Syrian refugee crisis, recent developments, and how RefugePoint and The Refugee Self-Reliance Initiative are working to help displaced Syrians both within Syria and around the world.

Many Syrian refugees living in southeastern Türkiye experienced a deadly and devastating earthquake earlier this year. A RefugePoint Expert shared his experience helping two children reunite with their aunt in the Netherlands. Read more: https://bit.ly/RP-Q3-2024

December 10 is International #HumanRights Day. Take our quiz to test your knowledge on the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, which was adopted by the United Nations on December 10, 1948.

John* is a proud young entrepreneur in Nairobi who owns a business selling phone accessories. He started his venture when he arrived in Kenya with just Ksh 5,000 (approximately $39), which he used to purchase his first stock of mobile phone covers and screen protectors. His dream was to establish a shop and serve customers more conveniently. Despite his hard work, his profits barely sustained his family’s basic needs, leading his sisters to seek work to support the family. When John connected with RefugePoint in 2019, he received food support, counseling, and medical assistance. John also completed RefugePoint’s Business Development Skills training and received a business grant, which he used to expand his business. John rented a small shop in Kasarani (a neighborhood in Nairobi) and stocked up on trendy mobile covers and screen protectors. “This work has changed my life,” John shared. “Now I can pay my shop rent, [and] medical bills if I get sick, and buy clothes and cover other expenses. I can even pay my house rent. ” John firmly believes in the power of setting goals and attributes his success to this practice. “When you set goals, you have to plan the level you want to achieve them,” John said. “If you have capital and want to start a business, you need to plan well; You have to look at the market first to know what the clients need.” John hopes that through hard work, he will be able to open another business in Nairobi. *Name changed for protection

Karibu means “welcome” in Swahili, and RefugePoint's Karibu Circle represents exactly that: a global community coming together to support refugees with lasting care and opportunities. By joining the Karibu Circle, you’ll provide ongoing resources to help refugee families not just survive but thrive. Your monthly gift ensures we can invest in long-term, sustainable solutions that create real change.

With many crises displacing millions around the world, there is an urgent and unique opportunity today for funders to support new and better legal #migration pathways so #refugees can rebuild their lives in safety. That's why this year, TPI's Center for Global Philanthropy, RefugePoint, and Network of Engaged International Donors co-hosted a three-part #funder learning series: Philanthropy's Role in Supporting Refugees. This learning series sought to provide spaces for #donors to listen, learn, connect, and take action. For those who missed the series and are interested in learning more, we invite you to watch all three of the sessions using the links below ⬇️ 🔸 Watch Session 1, "Supporting Refugees Globally & At Home": https://lnkd.in/eTNj-xQp 🔸Watch Session 2, "Understanding Forced Migration, Receiving Immigrants, and Asylum Seekers in the Global and U.S. Border Context": https://lnkd.in/eYWUVe6w 🔸Watch Session 3, "From Crisis to Opportunity: Shaping Pathways Beyond Humanitarian Aid" (with Devex on the sidelines at UNGA 79 in New York City): https://lnkd.in/eQy_eYnf Thank you to the series' guest speakers and fellow organizers: Maggi Alexander, Senior Partner & Director of TPI's Center for Global Philanthropy Sasha Chanoff, Founder & CEO at RefugePoint Negar Tayyar, Executive Director at Global Whole Being Fund (GWBF) Gladis Molina at Young Center for Immigrant Children's Rights Amy Pope, Director at IOM - UN Migration Nasra Ismail, Executive Director at Alight

Through our systems change work, RefugePoint aims to influence policy and decision-makers to drive large-scale change in refugee response. The third quarter of 2024 was a period of strategic collaboration and renewed commitment toward systems change across the refugee support system. Here are some of quarter three’s highlights: • RefugePoint joined leaders and partners alongside the 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York, participating in impactful events that championed refugee rights and inclusion. • During the third quarter, RefugePoint’s Urban Refugee Protection Program (URPP) expanded access to unrestricted cash grants for RefugePoint clients by signing a Memorandum of Understanding with the nonprofit Give Directly. Through this partnership, RefugePoint referred 109 clients to Give Directly for additional livelihood support to grow their businesses through cash grants, business training, and mentorship. • In Kenya, RefugePoint helped 34 refugees advance their family reunification cases. We also engaged 47 refugee leaders from Nairobi’s Eastleigh and Kayole communities in outreach about family reunification. • Child Protection Experts coordinated efforts between UNHCR operations and partners to process child protection cases, which led to over 1,100 children accessing long-term solutions, marking a significant achievement.

Introducing the Karibu Circle: A new way to contribute to refugees’ long-term stability. Karibu means “welcome” in Swahili, and this circle represents exactly that: a global community coming together to support refugees with lasting care and opportunities. By joining the Karibu Circle for just $40/month, you’ll provide ongoing resources to help refugee families not just survive but thrive. Your monthly gift ensures we can invest in long-term, sustainable solutions that create real change. Bonus: as a member, you’ll receive exclusive updates, special recognition, and the rewarding knowledge that you’re making a difference every single month. And that’s not all: every gift made this GivingTuesday will be matched, dollar for dollar, up to a total of $5,000 thanks to the Leader Bank Foundation! Join the Karibu Circle today: https://lnkd.in/eQFjX3EH

Big News: Double your impact this #GivingTuesday! The Leader Bank Foundation has generously offered to match donations, up to $5,000 total, to help us find lasting solutions for even more refugees worldwide. Whether it’s achieving stability through a self-reliance pathway, or finding a safe, new home through resettlement, labor mobility, or family reunification, the refugees we serve will benefit twice as much from your contribution this GivingTuesday. Visit https://lnkd.in/ehJnJZzJ to give to RefugePoint and create double the impact today.