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Excited to head back to D.C. to participate in the Fragility Forum - an important space to build new partnerships and demonstrate the potential for investments in frontier markets. One example is the pioneering work that IFC - International Finance Corporation has been leading, together with UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency and others in northwest Kenya, as captured by Jumoke Jagun-Dokunmu Jumoke points to key lessons that we need to focus on to make progress in these markets: 1. More (transparent) market data 2. Look at the opportunities (not only challenges) of investing in entrepreneurship in refugee and host-communities as one marketplace 3. Build presence in the field and be open to new partners to help de-risk investments Mirek Dusek Peter Maurer Diego Hakspiel Lisa Satolli Jim R. Thomas Djurhuus James Purcell https://lnkd.in/eKE7uyxk

💡 Did you know that the Self-Reliance Index (SRI) is the first-ever global tool for measuring the progress of refugee households toward self-reliance? The SRI was developed through a three-year multi-stakeholder process that consolidated input from 25+ partners, including NGOs, UNHCR, researchers, funders, and government agencies. Now in its third iteration, the SRI continues to help build a global evidence base for enhancing refugee self-reliance opportunities and promote collaboration among service providers to ensure that the holistic needs of refugee households are addressed. Download SRI 3.0 and learn more about our training and technical support offerings: https://buff.ly/3Sxmsl6

Advocating for Investment in Refugee-Led Organizations. A Call to Action In today's interconnected world, investing in refugee-led organizations is not just an act of compassion; it's a strategic move towards sustainable development and global stability. Refugee-led organizations (RLOs) are uniquely positioned to understand and address the nuanced needs of their communities. These organizations bring firsthand experience and innovative solutions to the challenges faced by refugees, often operating in regions where larger institutions may encounter challenges. - Empowerment and agency: By supporting RLOs, refugees are empowered to take control of their future, fostering self-reliance and resilience. - Cultural and contextual insight: #Refugee possess deep cultural and contextual knowledge, enabling more effective and tailored interventions. - Cost-effective solutions: #RLOs often operate with lower overheads, ensuring that funds directly impact their projects. - Grassroots connection and impact: These organizations have strong grassroots connections, facilitating greater participation and cooperation within their communities. - Sustainable development: Long-term investment in RLOs contributes to sustainable community development and stability, reducing the likelihood of protracted displacement situations. Let's champion these remarkable organizations and advocate for policies and funding that recognize their critical role. Together, we can build a future where every #refugee has the opportunity to thrive. UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency ILO PROSPECTS International Labour Organization FAO World Food Programme GIZ Kenya TURKANA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE (KNCCI) Nanduri Sateesh Bodo Immink Caroline Njuki Lilyanne Ndinda, MBA Imbolokonye Ingutia PAUL ERUKUDI #RefugeeLeadership #SustainableDevelopment #InvestmentForImpact #EmpowerCommunities

Join us at the Migration Summit for the session "Examples of Sustainable Economic Development Activities for Refugees by EFE in Jordan," where we'll delve into successful models implemented by Education For Employment-Jordan 🗓️ Date: Thursday, 27 June 2024 🕒 Time: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM EST 🔗 Register here: https://lnkd.in/eZueVJfD Hosted by Education For Employment (EFE) Jordan, this session will explore how partnerships with companies have created meaningful employment opportunities for refugees. Moderated by Ghadeer Khuffash (PhD), CEO of EFE Jordan, the panel will feature key stakeholders, including representatives from partner companies, NGOs, and beneficiaries. Speakers: Saeed Khassar & Nara Mohammad Bashar Join us to learn from successful sustainable development models and discover how to replicate these initiatives in other regions. #MigrationSummit #MigrationSummit24 #EconomicDevelopment #RefugeeEmpowerment #SustainableDevelopment #EducationForEmployment #Jordan #InclusiveGrowth #EmploymentOpportunities #JoinTheConversation

I could finally get my hands on this book. It touches on the fact that most migrations happen in a South-South context. However, more importance is given to South-North ones. You know, because of the narrative portrayed by the media. But if you check the data, you will find that countries like Turkey, Colombia, Uganda, and Pakistan host the most refugees globally. These are all Global South countries. Check it out! https://lnkd.in/dte6xpK6. #auc #cmrs #migration #GlobalSouth

Check out Cohere’s report, "Five Organisational Pathways for Enabling Meaningful Refugee Participation: A Step-by-Step Implementation Guide," now available! This guide for international organisations explores five interconnected pathways crucial for achieving Meaningful Refugee Participation. Highlight from the report:  Pathway 4 - High-Quality and Equitable Funding for Refugee-Led Organisations with Hane Alrustm, Director of Programs, Resourcing Refugees Leadership Initiative (RRLI) Access to such funding is paramount for enabling Meaningful Refugee Participation, as it helps overcome systemic barriers and supports community programs' growth. Key components of High-Quality and Equitable Funding include embracing an equity mindset, ensuring funding is relational, accessible, flexible, and sustainable, and fostering bottom-up accountability mechanisms. Discover more about this pathway and others in the full report. Dive in to uncover actionable strategies aligned with your organisation's mission and objectives! 🌍📘 https://lnkd.in/durDRHks #MeaningfulRefugeeParticipation #ByRefugees #Localisation #Codesign

On my impact investing radar: 🌱 Refugee Investment Network is unlocking refugee self-reliance by building the investment ecosystem for refugee-led and supporting ventures. 🤎 Impact potential: Today, more than 80 million people have been forcibly displaced worldwide. Humanitarian crises last average of 17 years. Humanitarian aid are simply not enough - not only is there funding gap, it is also missing the opportunity to empower. I remember first hand talking to talented and resilient refugees, waiting indefinitely to be actively bringing value to the community through entrepreneurship. 🌍 This is where RIN comes in to unlock the enormous untapped potential, bridging the gap between refugee investments and capital that spans asset classes and geographies, as well as return and impact expectations. 🌍 Check out their investment opportunity map: https://lnkd.in/dFmXwt7u #impactinvesting #renewablefinancing #refugeeinvestments #empowerment

🚨 𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐲: The Danish Refugee Council / Dansk Flygtningehjælp’s Diaspora Programme and DEMAC are seeking a consultant to review the critical role of #diaspora actors in supporting #localization efforts. Diaspora groups are often the first responders in humanitarian #crises, working closely with local partners. This review aims to deepen understanding of how diaspora actors contribute to localized humanitarian aid, putting affected communities at the center of the response and improving overall coordination. This consultancy, focused on #qualitative research, will explore the contributions and challenges faced by diaspora actors in locally led humanitarian responses, identify gaps in their inclusion, and offer practical recommendations to enhance their involvement. The findings will aim to shape global humanitarian policy and practice. 📄 𝐃𝐨𝐰𝐧𝐥𝐨𝐚𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐲 𝐛𝐞𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐎𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟑𝟎𝐭𝐡: https://lnkd.in/dsiQDHSa #DiasporaEngagement #consultancy

🇪🇪 Exciting news! #ESTDEV is funding new events that will raise awareness of development cooperation and how Estonia is helping to solve global challenges. What's on the agenda? 🔸Environmental justice conference organized by NGO Mondo. This first-of-its-kind event will explore who is responsible for climate change and how we can find solutions together. 🔸Humanitarian aid conference by the Eesti Pagulasabi / Estonian Refugee Council. High-level experts will share their knowledge on how Estonia can continue to be a leader in digital aid. 🔸Fringe events on digitalisation at the Transform Africa Summit by the ITL Estonian ICT Cluster. These events will showcase Estonia's expertise in e-governance and how it can benefit African countries. More details here 👉 https://lnkd.in/dK2WhVxP 📸 Estonian Refugee Council / International Humanitarian Assistance Conference 2023 #FromThePeopleOfEstonia

We are excited to share that the HLA started a collaboration with Badania Stowarzyszenia Klon/Jawor to conduct a comprehensive study on NGOs aiding refugees in Poland. We expect to conclude the project in April 2024.   The project's primary objectives include mapping organisations supporting refugees, gaining insights into their current state, needs, and challenges, as well as diagnosing the landscape in terms of capacity and sustainability. The study also aims to provide recommendations to support Polish organisations actively assisting refugees. #HumanitarianResearch #UkraineResponse #Poland