About - The AHEEN Model

For decades, the world has responded to refugee crises with short-term emergency aid, relying on international organizations to run separate camps, schools, and clinics.

Today, this model is shifting.

Across East and Southern Africa, governments are taking the lead, with African models, such as AHEEN, acting as accelerators. By moving away from temporary camps and integrating refugees into local economies, laws, and public services, these nations are turning a humanitarian challenge into a shared opportunity for growth.

The AHEEN model creates pathways to employment for refugees. We analyse market opportunities, link universities to refugee camps through quality digital learning supported by refugee-led organisations to deliver skills the market demands, and link graduates to employment opportunities in their communities and the platform economy.

Beyond education, we work closely with government systems and social partners to help refugees break through administrative barriers, and ensure that graduates enjoy decent working conditions.

AHEEN currently works in five African countries where the AHEEN model is empowering communities.