Bringing Light to Lives: The Impact of Plastic Bottle Skylights
In refugee settlements like Bidibidi and Nakivale in Uganda, the inside of homes are dark and unlit. Without access to electricity, daily life is a constant challenge. Refugees rely on hazardous lighting sources such as kerosene lamps and candles, risking fire and health issues, while plastic waste piles up in their environment. These conditions limit […]
Shelter Depot Nakivale Open for Business
After the Bidi Bidi Shelter Depot proved successful, we, alongside our partner Alight, launched a new flagship store in Nakivale, a large refugee settlement in south Uganda. Nakivale is one of the oldest refugee settlements and the 8th largest in the world. It is home to 171,387 refugees from the Democratic Republic of Congo, Burundi, […]
Empowering Refugees While Preserving The Planet.
In today’s world, where climate change and the issue of millions of displaced persons are growing concerns, we believe that finding effective yet earth-conscious solutions is essential. This Earth Day, here are three ways we are empowering refugees while preserving the planet. Reforestation: Nurturing Communities and Nature In places such as Uganda, the threat of […]
Empowering refugee families with a solar lamp for a brighter future.
We see ourselves in every person we serve. We recognize that refugees are not defined by their refugee status, and we aim to treat everyone with the dignity, respect, and empathy they deserve. Doing so includes inviting their input when addressing the problems they face. We tell their stories as honestly and compassionately as possible […]
