About the project
RefugeeConnect is a social project brought about by the growing shortage of staff for businesses and the large untapped employment potential of AZC residents (asylum seekers’ centre).
What we do
In the challenging game of laws and regulations, RefugeeConnect connects employers and potential employees (in the procedure for a residence permit), offers advice on laws and regulations and provides support in any practical challenges that may arise.
In addition, RefugeeConnect is committed to removing all barriers that might hinder the match between employer and potential employee (in the procedure for a residence permit) through lobbying, networking and legal action.
We firmly believe that everyone should have the same rights to participate in the labour market, regardless of origin, status or nationality.
Summary
- We advise employers on how to employ residents of the AZC who are in the procedure of obtaining a residence permit
- We help residents of the AZC to find work by offering language training, transport and other support
- We challenge the restrictive measures and restrictive legislations that prevent this large group of potential workers from entering the workforce through lobbying and/or legal action
Co-operation
Our partners
Fundraising
RefugeeConnect is currently financially supported by MPeople. To achieve our objectives, we depend on financial contributions from potential partners and/or those who care about this project.
If you would like to work together with us, please contact us to find out more about the possibilities. If you would like to donate, you can do so directly through the fundraise button.
Budget
In our budget overview, you will see an outline of the costs and the required financial support.
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Organisation
Refugee Connect
Refugee Connect is a social project supported by MPeople.
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Almutasem Bellah Alkazaz
ProjectmanagerAlmutasem Bellah Alkazaz is a Syrian resident of the AZC Harderwijk. He is the project manager of RefugeeConnect. Almutasem is the point of contact for both employee and employer and provides them with all necessary information requested. In addition, Almutasem provides support to the residents of the AZC to take the first step towards labour market participation.
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Maarten van Panhuis
FounderMaarten van Panhuis is an entrepreneur and the founder of Refugee Connect. He started this project in early 2022 with the aim of removing barriers and enabling refugees to use their abilities in Dutch businesses.