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UNHCR East, Horn of Africa and Great Lakes (@refugeesafrica) 's Twitter Profile Photo

A commendable step in achieving solutions for thousands of refugees in #Kenya, giving them the opportunity to contribute to their communities and ultimately improve their lives.

William Samoei Ruto, PhD (@williamsruto) 's Twitter Profile Photo

At State House Kenya, Nairobi, launched the Shirika Plan, a landmark initiative that integrates refugees with host communities in our country. This will upgrade our refugee management, shifting from humanitarian dependency to a more inclusive and progressive development model

At <a href="/StateHouseKenya/">State House Kenya</a>, Nairobi, launched the Shirika Plan, a landmark initiative that integrates refugees with host communities in our country.

This will upgrade our refugee management, shifting from humanitarian dependency to a more inclusive and progressive development model
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The #ShirikaPlan is now launched 🇰🇪 This government-led initiative will transition camps into integrated settlements, strengthening Kenya’s approach to refugee inclusion. UNHCR welcomes this step and continues to support policies that enable protection and self-reliance.

The #ShirikaPlan is now launched 🇰🇪

This government-led initiative will transition camps into integrated settlements, strengthening Kenya’s approach to refugee inclusion.

UNHCR welcomes this step and continues to support policies that enable protection and self-reliance.
UNHCR KENYA (@unhcr_kenya) 's Twitter Profile Photo

UNHCR remains committed to supporting Kenya’s leadership in durable solutions. The #ShirikaPlan is a milestone in refugee inclusion globally, and UNHCR calls on partners to sustain support for this transformative initiative.

UNHCR remains committed to supporting Kenya’s leadership in durable solutions. 

The #ShirikaPlan is a milestone in refugee inclusion globally, and UNHCR calls on partners to sustain support for this transformative initiative.
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The US 🇺🇸 remains a key donor for UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, ensuring vital support for refugees & their hosts in Kenya 🇰🇪 and beyond. Today, Filippo Grandi met Chargé d’Affaires Marc Dillard to discuss Kenya’s leadership in refugee inclusion and the Shirika Plan’s shift toward long-term solutions.

The US 🇺🇸 remains a key donor for <a href="/Refugees/">UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency</a>, ensuring vital support for refugees &amp; their hosts in Kenya 🇰🇪 and beyond.

Today, <a href="/FilippoGrandi/">Filippo Grandi</a> met <a href="/USAmbKenya/">Chargé d’Affaires Marc Dillard</a> to discuss Kenya’s leadership in refugee inclusion and the Shirika Plan’s shift toward long-term solutions.
Filippo Grandi (@filippograndi) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Very proud to attend the launch of Kenya’s ground breaking “Shirika Plan” by William Samoei Ruto, PhD. Shirika is about refugee self reliance and access to services while supporting Kenyan communities hosting refugees. Big thanks to you, the government and people of Kenya, Mr President.

Very proud to attend the launch of Kenya’s ground breaking “Shirika  Plan” by <a href="/WilliamsRuto/">William Samoei Ruto, PhD</a>.

Shirika is about refugee self reliance and access to services while supporting Kenyan communities hosting refugees.

Big thanks to you, the government and people of Kenya, Mr President.
UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency (@refugees) 's Twitter Profile Photo

High Commissioner Filippo Grandi hails landmark refugee inclusion plan. Today, the Government of Kenya launched the groundbreaking Shirika plan to improve the lives of more than 830,000 refugees and asylum-seekers in the country. unhcr.org/news/press-rel…

High Commissioner <a href="/FilippoGrandi/">Filippo Grandi</a> hails landmark refugee inclusion plan.

Today, the Government of Kenya launched the  groundbreaking Shirika plan to improve the lives of more than 830,000 refugees and asylum-seekers in the country. unhcr.org/news/press-rel…
Caroline Van Buren (@burencaroline) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Eid is a time of unity and generosity. Thank you to all who unite communities, including refugees, with kindness and hope. Eid Mubarak! 🌙

Eid is a time of unity and generosity. Thank you to all who unite communities, including refugees, with kindness and hope. Eid Mubarak! 🌙
UNHCR KENYA (@unhcr_kenya) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Eid Mubarak to all who celebrate! As refugee families in Kenya observe this special occasion, many far from home, we recognize their strength and the generosity of communities welcoming them. #EidAlFitr

Mamadou Dian Balde (@mamadou_dbalde) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Pleasure meeting Amb. Kang Hyung-Shik in Nairobi. We had fruitful exchanges on the strong partnership between MOFA & UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, including in in support of protection and solutions for refugees & their hosts in the region.

Pleasure meeting Amb. Kang Hyung-Shik in Nairobi. We had fruitful exchanges on the strong partnership between <a href="/MOFAkr_eng/">MOFA</a> &amp; <a href="/Refugees/">UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency</a>, including in in support of protection and solutions for refugees &amp; their hosts in the region.
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The deadline for receiving applications is fast approaching! Refugee students in Kenya can apply for the UNICORE 2025 program to pursue a fully funded master’s degree in Italy 🇮🇹 Learn more and apply by 18 April: universitycorridors.unhcr.it

The deadline for receiving applications is fast approaching!

Refugee students in Kenya can apply for the UNICORE 2025 program to pursue a fully funded master’s degree in Italy 🇮🇹 

Learn more and apply by 18 April: universitycorridors.unhcr.it
UNHCR KENYA (@unhcr_kenya) 's Twitter Profile Photo

“Every girl deserves the opportunity to learn without barriers.” Shankaron, an 18-year-old Somali refugee in Dadaab, is advocating for girls’ education and empowerment, inspiring the present and next generation to pursue their dreams.

“Every girl deserves the opportunity to learn without barriers.”

Shankaron, an 18-year-old Somali refugee in Dadaab, is advocating for girls’ education and empowerment, inspiring the present and next generation to pursue their dreams.
UNHCR KENYA (@unhcr_kenya) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Sport in refugee communities extends beyond the games ⚽🏀🏐 It builds friendships, promotes peace, and empowers youth from diverse nationalities and the host communities. On the field, they find unity, strength, and hope.

Sport in refugee communities extends beyond the games ⚽🏀🏐

It builds friendships, promotes peace, and empowers youth from diverse nationalities and the host communities. 

On the field, they find unity, strength, and hope.
UNHCR KENYA (@unhcr_kenya) 's Twitter Profile Photo

🌱 The future of farming? At KI4BLI (CBO), a refugee-led organization in Kakuma, sprout farming is transforming lives. In just 5 to 7 days, these nutrient-rich greens are ready to harvest. Fast, sustainable, and impactful. Would you give it a try?

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"I know this course will equip me with skills to give back to society." Dok, a student at KMTC, is training to become a clinician. With support from Novo Nordisk Foundation, the programme is equipping refugees & host students to strengthen healthcare systems in Kakuma.

"I know this course will equip me with skills to give back to society."

Dok, a student at <a href="/Kmtc_official/">KMTC</a>, is training to become a clinician. With support from <a href="/novonordiskfond/">Novo Nordisk Foundation</a>, the programme is equipping refugees &amp; host students to strengthen healthcare systems in Kakuma.
UNHCR KENYA (@unhcr_kenya) 's Twitter Profile Photo

UNHCR appreciates the Government of Kenya for hosting over 800,000 refugees and its leadership in shaping inclusive policies that safeguard and uphold their rights and dignity. We will continue to work together to enable more development-oriented solutions for refugees and their hosts.

Caroline Van Buren (@burencaroline) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Honoured to have met Dr. Belio Kipsang, new PS Citizen Services KE, to discuss key areas of cooperation. I thank the Government of Kenya for its support, and we will keep working together to boost development opportunities and services for refugees and host communities under the #ShirikaPlan

Honoured to have met Dr. Belio Kipsang, new PS <a href="/C_ServicesKE/">Citizen Services KE</a>, to discuss key areas of cooperation.

I thank the <a href="/GovtOfKenya/">Government of Kenya</a> for its support, and we will keep working together to boost development opportunities and services for refugees and host communities under the #ShirikaPlan
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English opens doors to education, jobs, and new opportunities. Happy #EnglishLanguageDay. Today, we celebrate refugees learning the language to build their futures and connect with the world. #WithRefugees.

English opens doors to education, jobs, and new opportunities.

Happy #EnglishLanguageDay. Today, we celebrate refugees learning the language to build their futures and connect with the world. #WithRefugees.
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Happy #MadarakaDay 🇰🇪! Today, we celebrate Kenya’s journey to self-rule and honour its continued generosity and solidarity #WithRefugees Thank you to the people and Government of Kenya for always welcoming and supporting refugees.

Happy #MadarakaDay 🇰🇪!

Today, we celebrate Kenya’s journey to self-rule and honour its continued generosity and solidarity #WithRefugees

Thank you to the people and Government of Kenya for always welcoming and supporting refugees.
UNHCR KENYA (@unhcr_kenya) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Kakuma Municipality - first #PublicPrivatePartnership free eye camp restores sight for 148 refugees and hosts. Thank you to M.A. Math Charitable Trust, United Asian Network, VISIOSENSEFRONTERES, Fundación Cajasol, County Government of Turkana, and @DRS_Kenya for making it possible. 🔗 unhcr.org/ke/news/storie…

Kakuma Municipality - first #PublicPrivatePartnership free eye camp restores sight for 148 refugees and hosts.

Thank you to M.A. Math Charitable Trust, <a href="/uan_kenya/">United Asian Network</a>, <a href="/Visiosensefront/">VISIOSENSEFRONTERES</a>, <a href="/Cajasol/">Fundación Cajasol</a>, <a href="/TurkanaCountyKE/">County Government of Turkana</a>, and @DRS_Kenya for making it possible. 

🔗 unhcr.org/ke/news/storie…