Fishing in the Desert project works to end malnutrition and hunger in Kakuma Refugee Camp
The project won support from the UN World Food Programme for its sustainable approach to fighting hunger.
The project won support from the UN World Food Programme for its sustainable approach to fighting hunger.
Meet Julvie: The SNHU GEM student and Congolese refugee with a passion for public health. Julvie joined SNHU GEM students from around the world at a World Refugee Day panel on Thursday, June 23.
Meet Glory: The Congolese refugee and SNHU GEM student working to end hunger in Kakuma Refugee Camp, Kenya. Glory will join SNHU GEM students from around the world at a World Refugee Day panel on Thursday, June 23.
SNHU GEM student turned employee leveraged his internship into gainful employment, and is paving the way for other refugees to transform their lives through education and remote work.
Using his SNHU GEM degree, internship experiences, and support from GEM partner JWL, Prince Lokendo was able to turn his passion for helping others into a career.
By putting student needs and experiences at the center, higher education is possible for refugees and other displaced learners.
Working toward her degree in Communications, Rita helps support her community through mindfulness, literacy, and health education.
This year’s SNHU GEM Annual Impact Report focuses on what it’s like for our refugee students to pursue their education in a global pandemic.
Working toward her degree in Healthcare Management, Nour has found her footing while inspiring women in her community.
During the pandemic, GEM students have used their SNHU education to support their communities.