On #WorldHumanitarianDay, we honor and celebrate all humanitarian workers who lead with their hearts to alleviate human suffering and make the world a better place. 🌍 ♥️ At RefuSHE, we remain dedicated to protecting, educating, and empowering refugee girls and women within Nairobi’s urban population. Together, we are creating hope and building resilience in the communities we serve. Find out more about our work: https://loom.ly/MptRr1s
RefuSHE
Individual and Family Services
Nairobi, Nairobi County 8,319 followers
A community for refugee girls, by refugee girls | #WeAreRefuSHE
About us
RefuSHE, a nonprofit organization operating in Nairobi, Kenya, is the first organization in Kenya devoted to protecting unaccompanied and separated refugee children and youth, with a special focus in supporting women and girls ages 13 to 23 years old from Somalia, Ethiopia, DR Congo, Sudan, Rwanda, and Burundi. We provide shelter, education, vocational training, case management support, and advocacy to participants and their children who have experienced the detrimental effects of war, the loss of their families, and, in many cases, kidnapping, rape, trafficking, unlawful detainment, and torture. We also mobilize members of the refugee community through educational outreach. At the core of RefuSHE’s model is the creation of a social network that empowers girls and young women to strive for economic self-sufficiency and become community leaders in their own right.
- Website
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http://www.refuSHE.org/
External link for RefuSHE
- Industry
- Individual and Family Services
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Nairobi, Nairobi County
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 2008
Locations
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Primary
P.O. Box 63192-00619
Nairobi, Nairobi County, KE
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1111 N Wells St
Chicago, Illinois, US
Employees at RefuSHE
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Charity Mureithi
Finance Director | Board Member | Financial Management and Reporting | Corporate Governance | Compliance | Grants Management
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Rosalind Raddatz
Associate Vice Provost, Academic Administration and Chief of Staff, Aga Khan University
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Helen Altshul
CEO @ RefuSHE | Holistic support for urban refugee women and girls
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Heidi Novogratz Johnson
Interested in Social Enterprise/Entrepreneur role combining numbers, creativity and fashion
Updates
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🎉New Partnership Alert! 🎉 We're beyond excited to unveil our latest partnership with JOOJOO STORES LIMITED ! Now, you can shop RefuSHE's Artisan Collective's stunning, handcrafted pieces online, exclusively at Joojoo Stores. Explore a stylish lineup of beautifully tie-dyed products, including Scarves, Kimonos/Dheras, Zahabu Tops, and Baby Onesies. Each item in this collection tells a story of resilience and empowerment. Our talented refugee artisans have poured their heart and soul into creating unique, high-quality accessories and apparel. 🛒 Shop the Collection Now and Order Online at:https://loom.ly/fZ2aXE8 Your purchase directly supports the young women of RefuSHE on their journey to self-reliance. #ShopForGood #SupportRefugees #WeAreRefuSHE
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Early Bird ticket sales have been extended! 🎟️🐣 Join us in Chicago this September for an evening with RefuSHE ♥️🇰🇪 The Threads of Hope event is the perfect opportunity to learn about our programs, connect with a compassionate community, and support refugee women and girls. 🥂🙌 We are also pleased to announce that Halima Aden, refugee supermodel and activist, will be joining as our VIP speaker, and Ji Suk Yi, Co-host of Spotlight Chicago on WGN-TV, will host the event! Learn more and buy your early bird tickets here: https://loom.ly/3lAbdz8 Sale ends on August 15th! 📆 #WeAreRefuSHE #ChicagoPhilanthropy #WithRefugees
Threads of Hope: An Evening with RefuSHE — RefuSHE
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Meet Mary Aluel! 🎉 Mary, a South Sudanese refugee, has been living in Kakuma Refugee Camp since 2008. After completing high school in Nyeri, she returned to the camp and found work as an incentive teacher at Kakuma Refugee Secondary School, where she taught history and CRE. Determined to further her education, Mary discovered RefuSHE's #digitalskills program through LinkedIn. She applied and was accepted into the program. Six months after completing the program, Mary is excited to share her new skills with other young people back at the camp. She believes that with the right opportunities, everyone can achieve their dreams. 🌟 Join us in empowering more young women like Mary. Visit our website to learn more: https://loom.ly/HDi_B-Y #GirlsInICT #WeAreRefuSHE #RefugeeEmpowerment #DigitalSkills
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Meet Isaac Ruweyda! 🎉 Isaac had just completed high school in 2022 and was unsure about her future due to the high cost of university tuition. A friend who had graduated from our digital skills program shared the application link with Isaac and she jumped at the opportunity. 💻 Six months later, Isaac is earning money through different online survey platforms and bidding for projects on Upwork, thanks to the skills she gained in RefuSHE's program. She strongly believes in the importance of financial independence for every girl and is determined to use her newfound digital skills to achieve self-reliance. 💰 Isaac's incredible progress shows just what can happen with a bit of determination and the right support. 💪 Support our mission to empower more young refugee and Kenyan women like Isaac. Visit our website to find out how you can help: https://loom.ly/HDi_B-Y #GirlsInICT #WeAreRefuSHE #EmpoweringRefugees
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Ermette Dushime is a Burundian refugee who has been participating in RefuSHE's Digital Skills Training program for the past six months. 💻 Starting with just basic computer knowledge, her progress has been impressive. Dushime shares that her favorite class was graphic design, where she learned how to create business cards and other designs using Canva. Dushime is leveraging her newfound expertise to secure online work and enhance her earning potential. 💪 RefuSHE remains dedicated to empowering #refugee women and girls with essential digital skills, boosting their opportunities for economic independence. #GirlsInICT #WeAreRefuSHE #RefugeeEmpowerment #DigitalSkills
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Refugee women often face barriers to accessing financial tools and services, keeping them in poverty. RefuSHE's Womens Ambassador Groups (WAGs) are savings and self-help groups for refugee women, providing financial support and empowerment. The WAGs offer essential support, creating pathways to independence and transforming communities. Recently, we conducted a vetting process in Kitengela, Nairobi, to select WAGs who qualify for financial support. Our thorough vetting process ensures qualified groups receive loans and business coaching to grow their enterprises. Learn more about our community-based protection and livelihoods work: https://loom.ly/Z7d-UCo #WeAreRefuSHE #RefugeeEmpowerment #WithRefugees #WomenOwnedBusinesses
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At RefuSHE, we believe in the power of comprehensive care. Our unique model addresses the complex needs of #refugee girls and young women, ensuring no aspect of their wellbeing is overlooked. From protection and education to healthcare and economic empowerment - each element of our approach works in harmony to create a supportive ecosystem that nurtures growth, healing, and independence. Want to learn more about how we're transforming lives? Read some of our impact stories here: https://loom.ly/VqywHYo Together, we can create lasting change for refugee girls and young women. 💪❤️ #RefuSHE #HolisticCare #RefugeeEmpowerment #WithRefugees
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Our 4th Cohort of students recently completed their digital skills training, marking an incredible six-month journey with these talented young women! 🎉 💻 🙌 Read more about the program on our blog: https://loom.ly/_IR5Udc #GirlsInICT #FreelancingSkills #RefugeeEmpowerment #WeAreRefuSHE #GirlsinSTEM
Cohort #4 Completes Digital Skills Training Program — RefuSHE
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Tickets are live! 🎟️ 🥂 Join us for Threads of Hope: An Evening with RefuSHE 🧵❤️ We are thrilled to be hosting our fist in-person event in the US since COVID-19 and we want you to join us! This fundraiser event will feature cocktails and small bites and will help raise awareness of the refugee crisis in Kenya. Come network with like-minded individuals and show your support for the refugee girls and young women in our programs! 🇰🇪 To buy tickets, become a sponsor, or to learn more about the event, visit: https://loom.ly/3lAbdz8 #RefugeeArtisans #ThreadsofHope #ChicagoPhilanthropy
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