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🚀 Great news! The YMCA Europe Refugee Skilling and Support Project has been extended for Phase III through the end of the year. Since October 2022, through this project, YMCAs in Europe have been actively working to serve the Ukrainian refugees and internally displaced persons (IDPs) with the support of the Accenture Foundation. ➡️ The first phase was the emergency response, implemented until March 2023 ➡️ The second phase began in June 2023, ran through the end of May, and transitioned from an emergency response to integration-focused 👉 Read more about the impact of the first two phases and what happens in the next phase here: https://bit.ly/3VuXbss

What a powerful discussion it was, well done Samuel P. S. Williams! Your presence was grounding and true. Your opening line, positioning Trust as the key to deepening relationships and strengthening partnerships, meant I was going to stay in the room until the end. My boundless curiosity around Trust and how people perceive it - or rather, how little it is understood, when it is the common denominator to how discussions unfold, decisions made, actions carried out and success stories are made - brought me to create the THRICE model. 6 ingredients to Trust. No fluffiness. The KPI that enables transformative and long-lasting change.

🏡 Over 50 million people in Europe face housing insecurity. Our Europe Housing Forum dived into this critical issue along with key topics such as innovation in housing solutions, best practices for addressing housing insecurity, sustainable and community-driven approaches, and policy recommendations. Read the full report to discover the innovative solutions and best practices that were shared to tackle the housing crisis. 📖 Check out the full report here: Europe Housing Forum Report and learn how we can create a future where everyone has a decent place to live. https://ow.ly/PZsc50SLIVy Habitat for Humanity Poland IOM - UN Migration UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency

On #WorldHumanitarianDay, we honor the humanitarian workers driving change in refugee camps worldwide. In 2023, 36.4 million refugees were forcibly displaced, with 6.6M in 500 camps globally. Learn how decentralized solar solutions are playing a big role in accelerating recovery, building resilience, and bridging the gap between humanitarian aid and long-term development—thanks to the efforts of those on the ground. Learn more 💡 bit.ly/SEHBulletin9

On #WorldHumanitarianDay, we honor the humanitarian workers driving change in refugee camps worldwide. In 2023, 36.4 million refugees were forcibly displaced, with 6.6M in 500 camps globally. Learn how decentralized solar solutions are playing a big role in accelerating recovery, building resilience, and bridging the gap between humanitarian aid and long-term development—thanks to the efforts of those on the ground. Learn more 💡 bit.ly/SEHBulletin9

What if the most effective solutions to refugee crises came from the refugees themselves? #Refugee-led organizations have the unique advantage of being part of the communities they serve, and we've learned their expertise runs even deeper.   ➡ Refugee responses, including policies and programs, are more effective when informed by refugees' real needs and lived experiences. ➡ Refugee leaders are doing some of the most effective work on the front lines of crises. ➡ Refugee voices are crucial for sustainable solutions and integration into host communities. Without them, we risk continuing short-sighted responses that only address immediate needs.   Join us this #WorldRefugeeDay to empower the experts and invest in refugee-led organizations: https://lnkd.in/gpErMqPK

3 things to know about HIAS South Africa! Our team in South Africa is not only supporting organizations and partners that have been working in the country for decades — we’re also empowering grassroots networks to expand across South Africa and helping to fill existing gaps within the refugee and humanitarian space. Together, we'll use our global expertise and best practices to bring together networks and partners to help refugees, migrants, and asylum seekers find safety and welcome. Share this video to spread the news!

This new resource dives into Nature-Based Solutions (NbS) for human settlements, providing a clear overview of the concept and practical guidance on integrating NBS into humanitarian settings and disaster-prone settlements. #NatureBasedSolutions #HumanitarianSettings

WeAreCohere just released an essential guide for International NGOs, U.N. actors and donors supporting #refugees. The guide explores five interconnected pathways crucial for achieving Meaningful Refugee Participation. Our Refugees initiative contributed their insights on STEP 4: direct, high-quality and equitable funding for refugee-led organizations: https://lnkd.in/durDRHks   This report is a companion to a five-part virtual Interactive Workshop Series, providing actionable pathways from refugee leaders and experts to help refugee response organizations improve their practices. The series features ANA MARIA DIEZ, President of Coalition for Venezuela, who highlights the value of refugee leadership: "it is the right thing and the most practical way to achieve good results in less time, since there is nothing to supplant lived experience"

## Advocating for Refugees at the Kenya Model UN I recently had the opportunity to participate in the 24th Session of the Kenya Model United Nations Refugee Competition. This event brought together passionate individuals from across the country to discuss pressing issues facing refugees and advocate for their rights. The global refugee crisis continues to escalate, with millions of people displaced by conflict, persecution, and the devastating impacts of climate change. Now, more than ever, there is a critical need to address the root causes of displacement, protect the rights of refugees, and provide sustainable support to host communities. By fostering dialogue, building partnerships, and empowering youth to become agents of change, we can work towards a more just and equitable future for all. https://lnkd.in/dxaX3iyM