Mary Aluel, a 22-year-old South Sudanese refugee, has found new hope and direction through RefuSHE's digital skills program. Her story begins in 2008 when she arrived in Kenya as a refugee.
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Gabriella Kisali, a 19-year-old Congolese refugee in Nairobi, Kenya, was introduced to RefuSHE by a friend who shared our digital skills training poster. In February 2024, she eagerly began the training program with minimal computer experience, knowing only how to use Microsoft Word.
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RefuSHE is fortunate to have a dedicated and talented team who work hard everyday to protect, educate, and empower the refugee women and girls we serve. Shirley is our Case Management Coordinator and leads all of the processes for our Case Management Program. Read her interview below to learn how working at RefuSHE has changed her perspective on refugee issues!
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We are pleased to announce that our 4th cohort of students recently completed their digital skills training, marking an incredible 6-month journey with these talented young women.
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RefuSHE is proud to announce that it has received a grant from the Stanford Center on Philanthropy and Civil Society (PACS) in partnership with The Philanthropy Lab! The Philanthropy Lab’s mission is to spark and expand students’ interest and participation in philanthropy and to increase the prevalence and priority of philanthropy education in U.S. colleges and universities.
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Alisa, a 19-year-old Congolese refugee, is the eldest of nine siblings. In her homeland, she was a dedicated high school student who loved biology and dreamed of becoming a doctor. However, her aspirations were abruptly interrupted when suitors began approaching her parents, seeking her hand in marriage.
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In 2017, 16-year-old Laureen faced a challenging situation. Pregnant and unable to continue her education due to her father's illness and financial constraints, she felt her future slipping away. "I was on the verge of giving up," Laureen recalls, "things at home were hard with my father being sick, and I was going to be a single mother. I felt as if my life was ending, and all my dreams were cut short."
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In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, we are pleased to feature an interview with one of RefuSHE’s Psychosocial Counselors. Duncan Ogendi has worked with RefuSHE for five years and is an integral part of our Mental Health Department. Check out his Q&A below and tips for staying mentally well!
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Grief can be a paralyzing sensation for those who have experienced unimaginable loss and the horrors of war. This was the reality for Ella, a 28-year-old refugee from the Democratic Republic of Congo, and countless other refugee women in Nairobi's Kasarani community. Sexual assault and the loss of her family members during the war left Ella deeply traumatized, and upon arriving in Kenya, she began to self-isolate, consumed by overwhelming emotions.
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Hanisa is a 22-year-old Somali refugee and the sixth of ten siblings. In 2022, upon completing high school, she discovered RefuSHE’s digital skills training/ICT program and eagerly enrolled, having always sought an opportunity to acquire computer skills.
Read MoreIn the midst of conflict and uncertainty, Josianne’s journey as a mother began at the age of 17. Fleeing the horrors of war in her homeland of Congo, she sought refuge in Kenya. With no family members to support her, Josianne found herself without a place to live and struggled to meet her basic needs. Fortunately, in 2017, she was connected to RefuSHE through the help of UNHCR.
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When 21-year-old Estella enrolled in RefuSHE’s digital skills training program, she had very little knowledge of computers. Today, Estella is a successful freelancer looking forward to launching her own digital marketing agency. She is confident that the skills she acquired at RefuSHE will greatly contribute to her agency's success and her future career in digital marketing.
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Life as a refugee hasn’t been easy for 40-year-old Clementine, but with RefuSHE’s support, Clementine secured a loan to start a small business, paid off her debts, enrolled her eldest son in school, and opened her own bank account. Joining a Women’s Ambassador Group (WAG) has positively changed Clementine’s life and outlook for the future.
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This International Women’s Day we're rallying behind the call to invest in women and accelerate progress. For Getachew, being a Women's Ambassador Group (WAG) member means she can save money for her family and access loans to grow her small business. It also means her daughter Ashu can enroll in school and acquire the skills she needs to secure a dignified income.
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In addition to being a WAGs member, Jacqueline is a trained community para-counselor, offering trauma-informed counseling to fellow refugees with mental health needs in Nairobi. Yoga has provided a new space for her to continue her own healing while helping other refugees in her community on the path to recovery.
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When Cecilia first sought refuge in Kenya, she had low confidence and limited communication skills. Today, she is enrolled in RefuSHE’s Girls Empowerment Program (GEP) where she is not only gaining literacy and numeracy skills, but also learning the basics of dressmaking, tailoring, and pattern-making!
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From 14-year-old refugee to independent entrepreneur, Solange is now a young mother on a mission to turn her dreams into reality. Thanks to RefuSHE’s partnership with 4G Capital, Solange has taken her artisan and entrepreneurship skills to the next level and opened her own small clothing business!
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Thanks to RefuSHE’s partnership with 4G Capital, Beatrice is devoted to scaling her growing drapery business after exiting the Artisan Collective. She hopes to open her own shop, get better machinery, and build a thriving fashion empire in the future. With the challenges of her past behind her and an exciting entrepreneurial journey ahead, Beatrice is confident she will attain success.
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Asha was pregnant, frightened, and unemployed when she arrived at RefuSHE’s Safe House looking for refuge. She immediately received medical care, counseling, and essential supplies for both herself and her unborn baby. Today, Asha is a new mother on the path to recovery who is both prepared and excited for the next phase of her life.
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Nyalim was only one year old when she arrived in Kenya as a refugee from South Sudan. Today, 22-year-old Nyalim is a Vera Beauty College graduate ready to open her own full-service salon in Nairobi. Her story is a testament to the transformative power of embracing opportunities and shaping one's destiny.
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