This #WorldRefugeeWeek, we stand in solidarity with refugees. Every refugee deserves safety, protection, education, livelihoods, and a chance to thrive. Let's turn inclusion into reality. #RefugeeWeek #RefugeeRights #Solidarity #RELONKenya

📣 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗲 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗹𝘆 𝗥𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝘂𝗽: 𝗟𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗨𝗽𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 1. Youth Up Fondation – At their agriculture site in Kamuli District, families from both refugee and host communities are cultivating new opportunities. With support from Cohere, this project is transforming lives and strengthening food security. 2. ARISE Community Welfare Access 🌱 – Their permaculture project is promoting sustainable farming, environmental conservation, and food security. By learning and working together, communities are restoring the land and building stronger futures. 3. Fountain of Hope Africa – Small grants are only the beginning. In Karisimbi, Goma, Field Manager Francine is visiting marketplaces and homes, mentoring women and young entrepreneurs. Through coaching and guidance, small investments are becoming sustainable livelihoods. 4. Hope and Haven Refugees – In Chad, their free medical clinic served 445 patients while the Children’s Meals Center nourished nearly 1,000 children daily. In Sudan, community kitchens continue to provide meals to vulnerable families despite critical funding challenges. 5. Hope for Refugees and Action HRA CBO – Their Vector Control Project is empowering refugees to lead mosquito-control efforts through safe Indoor Residual Spraying. This initiative protects families from disease while creating livelihoods and strengthening resilience. Explore the full range of organisations on Reframe and see how they are transforming their communities at reframe.network

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In 𝗜𝘀𝘀𝘂𝗲 𝟱 𝗼𝗳 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗲 𝗩𝗼𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀, journalist, advocate, and founder of The Kamp Nira Ismail delivers a candid, necessary critique of the humanitarian sector. For years, Refugee-Led Organisations (RLOs) and refugee leaders fought for a seat at the table. When that failed, they built their own. Now, as funding cuts force international agencies to look toward RLOs, Nira asks the tough question: Is this a sincere shift in values, or a strategic maneuver necessitated by circumstance? True partnership requires full disclosure and genuine co-creation, not tokenism. 👉 Read hear feature and more articles on this link: tinyurl.com/93tx6wxu

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🎉Reframe Weekly Roundup: Latest Community Updates 1. Fountain of Hope Africa – Expanded its digital learning program to five more schools in Dzaleka refugee camp, providing tablet-based numeracy and literacy training to over 800 additional children. 2. ARK Network RLO – Partnered with AFID to host a workshop addressing youth employment gaps, launching new practical training programs to align vocational skills with real market jobs. 3. Tree Replantation at Young Ornamental Level (TRAYOL) – Launched weekly agro-farming initiatives in Imvepi Refugee Settlement (Zone III) to improve soil fertility, fight climate change, and boost household food security. 4. YIDA Youth Initiative – Celebrated the first mushroom harvest for 51 refugee youth in Cohort II at Kyaka II Refugee Settlement, creating new income streams and locally grown food security. 5. OneYouth OneHeart Initiative – Completed an intensive 4-day Financial Literacy Training for refugee and host community women, teaching budgeting and business planning while providing childcare at their ECD Hub. Collectively, these actions demonstrate how communities support, uplift, and thrive together. Find more impactful stories at reframe.network.

The 5th issue of Reframe Voices is out!🎉 Is international aid truly ready to share power, or is it just running out of money and looking for a cheap way out? This month, we pull back the curtain on a system that keeps refugee leaders visible enough to look good, but too powerless to make real decisions. From the hard realities of the Kakuma water crisis turned into unexpected spaces for community solidarity, to EYE Uganda's challenge against minor school fees halting education, this edition exposes deep structural barriers. We dive into the land rights paradox facing farming groups and call out the systemic prejudice of endless corporate compliance. True partnership means shifting power. Refugee leaders don't need to beg for a seat at a broken table; they have built their own. 📖 Read the full May edition here: tinyurl.com/yc5mbsyj Deep gratitude to this month's contributors: Youniyas Abdurahman Seliman Nyibol Racheal Nira Ismail Alex Woja Jenny Basika Sabiti Edmund Page

In a powerful analysis for Reframe Voices Issue 4, Mendy Hameda highlights a critical contradiction at the heart of the global humanitarian system in Sudan. While the conflict expands into the country’s political and economic core, international aid funding remains slow and heavily centralised. Hameda documents how local, grassroots initiatives like Emergency Response Rooms (ERRs) are keeping communities alive through crowdfunding and diaspora support, even as formal international channels lock them out. Read Mendy's full analysis and explore more insightful articles from this journal edition. Dive into the rest of Issue 4 here: tinyurl.com/msmphbxw

Spotlight on Refugee Network Center Malaysia! @RncMalaysia Run by refugees, for refugees, this inspiring team of educators, artists, and social workers empowers communities through education and entrepreneurship. From language classes to upcycling projects, they build sustainable livelihoods by connecting talented refugee artisans directly to local bazaars. Discover their impact: 👉 reframe.network

🚨 TODAY at 4PM EAT: Join our Gathering Point for a direct update on Sudan & South Sudan. Hear firsthand from Rediscovering Humanity and Health & EcoRise South Sudan on how local partners are responding. Register here: tinyurl.com/ya7f8h4k

📣 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗲 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗹𝘆 𝗥𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝘂𝗽: 𝗟𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗨𝗽𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 1. Community Awareness Program for Refugees, Immigrants, and Disaster Survivors (CAPRIDIS) – Held forum in Uvira on May 12, 2026, urging unity and banning anti-values to protect communities. 2. Hope for People with Disability – With IKEA Foundation support, trained 20 women in Rwamwanja Refugee Settlement on home-based vegetable gardening for nutrition and resilience. 3. Art and Unity for Vulnerable Development – Music Education Program in Kakuma helped 188 youth heal trauma, build confidence, and connect across communities through instruments. 4. United Safe Environment Creators – Conducted Social Emotional Learning session in Kakuma with parents, strengthening awareness on children’s emotional wellbeing and positive parenting. 5. Hope and Haven – In Sudan and Chad, provided meals, safe water, and medical care to displaced families and children, reaching thousands across multiple sites. Together, these efforts show how communities care, heal, and grow stronger. 👉 Discover more inspiring stories at reframe.network. #community #reframe

Polls are live on the Reframe Network! Gathering community insights just got a whole lot easier. You can now launch single-choice or multi-select polls directly at reframe.network to spark discussion or vote on key decisions. Watch this tutorial to see how it works. Start your first poll on Reframe today and let’s get the conversation started!

Spotlight: Kakuma Vocational Centre(@KVC45966042 ) Real change starts from within the community. Based in Kakuma Refugee Camp, KVC equips refugees and hosts with the practical skills needed to build a self-reliant future. KVC turns beneficiaries into creative thinkers, unlocking human creativity and fostering a deep "sense of doing" to leave a sustainable world for future generations. Learn more about their impact and support community-led initiatives at reframe.network.

In Reframe Voices Issue #4, Dr. Aron Tesfai dismantles the narratives used to divide us. After visiting 12 RLOs in South Africa, his research reveals that these organisations aren't just serving refugees; they are creating shared solutions for shared problems. From digital literacy to GBV advocacy, RLOs are filling the gaps for the 38% of the population living below the poverty line. Social justice isn't found in division—it’s found in collective action against exclusion. 📖 Read the full feature: drive.google.com/file/d/1HDJ…

𝗪𝗲 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗱𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗯𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗱 𝗲𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗲 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝘀! 🎉 We are building on the energy of our previous session with this informal space created for refugee leaders and organisations to connect—without the usual "webinar" pressure or structured presentations. 📅𝗛𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗻 𝗧𝗵𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝟭𝟰𝘁𝗵 𝗠𝗮𝘆 𝗮𝘁 𝟰:𝟬𝟬 𝗣𝗠 𝗘𝗔𝗧. These one-hour sessions focus on meaningful, relaxed dialogue. Join the conversation to: -Network with peer organisations leading impactful work. -Navigate real-world challenges within a supportive peer group. -Foster new relationships across different regions and backgrounds. If you are looking for an authentic environment to build community and deepen your professional connections, we would love to have you with us. Register for the second edition here: tinyurl.com/yekkr666

📣 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗲 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗹𝘆 𝗥𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝘂𝗽: 𝗟𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗨𝗽𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 1. Wake Alpha Elimu – Tujiunge VSLA in Buguta Zone gained entrepreneurship skills on loan management and business growth, advancing community financial literacy. 2. Farming and health education."FHE". – On 5 May, 17 students graduated from the Nutrition & Reproductive Health Certificate in Kenya, ready to strengthen wellbeing and food security in Kakuma and Turkana. 3.AEJ‑DRC – In Uvira, 45 vulnerable children receive education, healthcare, and psychosocial support, restoring hope, dignity, and promoting social inclusion. 4. Roots of Generations – A woman returned from Kakuma to South Sudan, now thriving with land and farming, moving beyond food aid to self‑reliance and dignity. 5.Humanity Hands – Committed to ensuring every girl lives with dignity and opportunity, providing resources, mentorship, and safe spaces to stay in school and pursue aspirations. Explore the full range of organisations on Reframe and see how they are transforming their communities at reframe.network

Organisation Spotlight on: EcoRise South Sudan (ERSS) ✨ EcoRise South Sudan (ERSS) is a dynamic grassroots organisation tackling South Sudan’s interconnected crises through innovation and community empowerment. Founded by a coalition of activists and tech innovators, ERSS bridges the gap between environmental sustainability and social stability. By focusing on climate resilience and digital inclusion, they ensure that women, youth, and marginalised groups are at the forefront of a peaceful, green future. Their mission focuses on uniting communities to rise stronger by implementing sustainable, locally-led climate solutions and bridging divides through digital empowerment. By elevating women and youth as leaders, ERSS is driving transformative change and working toward a vision of a transformed South Sudan defined by lasting peace and equity. Join us in celebrating their vital work in building a resilient and inclusive future for all. Learn more about their amazing work on reframe.network

In a new feature for the fourth issue of Reframe Voices, Deo Kamuzinzi from Youth Voices Community - YVC explores the shift from top-down aid to refugee-led leadership. For decades, INGOs have designed responses for refugees, often overlooking the "contextual intelligence" and trust held by those within the community. Deo challenges the myth of the “capacity gap,” arguing that proximity and lived experience are professional strengths that cannot be outsourced. The question is no longer whether Refugee-Led Organisations (RLOs) are ready to lead—it’s whether the global system is willing to invest in them. Read the full issue here: tinyurl.com/vv8e49ny #RefugeeLed #Agency #RefugeeLeadership