SUPPORTING THE WORK WITH FOR
AND BY REFUGEE YOUTH
GRYN supports young refugees to develop their capacity to help each other, lead initiatives to respond to their
communities’ needs and advocate for the changes they feel are important for them and their communities.
Empowering Refugee Youth to Lead and Shape Their Futures
At GRYN, we recognize that refugee youth offer invaluable perspectives and lived experiences that are pivotal to fostering meaningful and sustainable change. By actively engaging refugee youth in leadership roles and decision-making processes, we empower them to advocate for their communities and contribute solutions tailored to their unique needs. Our support enhances resilience, self-reliance, and long-term progress within refugee populations, ensuring that youth voices are not only represented but are central to shaping their futures. This inclusive approach fosters a sense of ownership and agency, contributing to a more equitable and sustainable global society.
GLOBAL REFUGEE FORUM 2023
YOUTH LEADERSHIP IN ACTION – GLOBAL MULTISTAKEHOLDER PLEDGE TO SUPPORT WORK WITH, FOR , AND BY YOUNG PEOPLE IN DISPLACEMENT
We pledge to work towards humanitarian and refugee response systems thatintegrate humanitarian, peace building, and development approaches; ensure theinclusive and systematic acknowledgement of young people’s rights, needs, andcapabilities – including those of all abilities, genders, ethnicities, and other aspectsof diversity; recognize value of youth-led action and the work young people are already doing, including strengthening systems and structures; and empower young people as critical partners, decision-makers, and leaders across all refugee contexts.
GRYN VISIT TO THE REFUGEE YOUTH LED ORGANIZATIONS IN JORDAN
The Global Refugee Youth Network (GRYN) participated in the annual meeting of the Compact for Young People working in Humanitarian Action in October 2023. During this time, GRYN organized a networking session for Refugee Youth Led Organisations (RYLO’s) in Jordan. These RYLO’s are led by exceptional youths who are helping their communities by running life-changing projects in their respective communities. These projects have all received funding from GRYN.
MORE THAN A PARTNERSHIP, WE ARE AN ALLIANCE
The collaboration between the Women’s Refugee Commission (WRC) and the Global Refugee Youth Network (GRYN) shows what’s possible when youth are at the center of decision-making and leadership. GRYN and WRC have joined forces to empower refugee youth, develop strategic partnerships, and create lasting impact through initiatives like RYLOS, global youth forums, and research projects. Together, we are driving progress and ensuring refugee youth lead the way in shaping their futures