SIR

Our Mission

We are dedicated to empowering refugees and locals through innovative programs and advocacy efforts that enhance their access to quality education, and dignified livelihood opportunities.

Our Story

When Solidarity Initiative for Refugees (SIR) was established in 2016, it marked a turning point for the Kakuma refugee community. A group of young refugees came together with a common goal: to leverage technology for a brighter future.

Our core values

These principles encapsulate our foundation and steer our strategy in creating technology that enhances human interactions and relationships.

Accountability

We hold ourselves accountable to our partners, beneficiaries, and host communities

Integrity

We value integrity, honesty, transparency, mutual respect, innovation, personal excellence, mutual respect, and teamwork

Responsibility

We are responsible and accountable to the community, partners and adherence to do no harm principle

Commitment

We respect for guidelines and compliance and support to stakeholders.

Quality service provision

We are committed to excellent and quality service delivery to the communities that we serve

Equity and Innovation

We are committed to innovations and equitable use of technology

Our Leadership

SIR's leaders are guiding our organization as we adapt to the changing landscape of refugee empowerment, working towards the next evolution of transformative impact.

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Work at SIR

At SIR, we're developing inventive approaches to bring refugees closer to opportunities and empowerment, and our organization is a reflection of the diverse perspectives within the refugee community we serve.

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Learn, Earn, Innovate

Solidarity Initiative for Refugees (SIR) is a community-based organization established in 2016 in response to the pressing challenges faced by refugees in Kakuma, Turkana County in Kenya.