Refugee youth living in diaspora settings—particularly in refugee camps and underserved host communities—face significant educational challenges due to displacement, poverty, overcrowded schools, limited learning materials, and disruptions caused by conflict. Many students have experienced interrupted education, gaps in foundational learning, and trauma that affects concentration and academic performance.

Overcrowded classrooms and limited teacher capacity often prevent individualized attention for struggling students. As a result, many refugee youth fall behind academically, struggle with national exam requirements, and face high dropout rates. Limited access to structured after-school support further widens learning gaps.

In addition, exam preparation resources and structured academic mentoring are often unavailable or unaffordable. Students preparing for national examinations may lack access to study guides, revision sessions, or academic coaching, reducing their chances of progressing to higher education or vocational pathways.

Beyond academic support, many youth lack exposure to entrepreneurship education or practical life skills that prepare them for future employment or self-reliance. Without educational reinforcement and career preparation, refugee youth risk prolonged unemployment, economic vulnerability, and limited life opportunities.

As a result:

•Academic performance declines due to learning gaps

•Dropout rates increase

•Exam pass rates remain low

•Youth lose motivation and confidence

•Opportunities for higher education and employment decrease

Without structured educational support interventions, refugee youth remain at risk of long-term educational and economic marginalization.

Purpose of the Project

The Refugee Youth Education Support project aims to strengthen academic performance and future readiness among refugee youth by providing structured after-school tutoring, exam preparation programs, and entrepreneurship education. The initiative seeks to bridge learning gaps and expand opportunities for educational advancement and economic empowerment.

Key Project Activities

The project will implement the following activities:

•After-school tutoring in core subjects (math, science, languages)

•Structured exam preparation and revision programs

•Academic mentoring and progress monitoring

•Study skills and time management workshops

•Provision of learning materials and revision guides

•Entrepreneurship and basic business skills training

•Career guidance and pathway exploration sessions

•Parental engagement meetings to support student success

Project Outcomes & Beneficiary Impact

Through this initiative, beneficiaries will experience:

•Improved academic performance and subject comprehension

•Increased exam pass rates and progression to higher education

•Strengthened confidence and learning motivation

•Reduced dropout rates

•Enhanced entrepreneurial and life skills

•Greater preparedness for employment or further training

•Improved long-term economic prospects

Ultimately, the Refugee Youth Education Support project will empower refugee youth to overcome educational barriers—equipping them with knowledge, skills, and confidence to pursue higher education, employment, and self-reliance.

“Education restores hope, and hope restores the future.”