The Madrid For Refugees – Refugees Code Demo Day took place on 24 May 2023 at The Bridge Digital Talent Accelerator in Madrid, Spain. Refugees Code is an an initiative of the NGO Madrid For Refugees and promotes equal opportunities for diverse talent in the technology sector. It is a … The post MFR Refugees Code Demo Day and Graduation appeared first on Madrid For Refugees ..read more

By Hugo Jovel, Madrid For Refugees Processing and administrative delays in host countries can leave people experiencing Forced Displacement (FDPs – Forcibly Displaced Persons) in limbo, unable to access education systems, employment opportunities, and job re-training, resulting in a loss of skills, confidence, and self-esteem (Morrice, 2012). Specific educational needs, … The post Curving Class Desertion in Adult FDPs (Forcibly Displaced Persons): Experiences from Madrid For Refugees appeared first on Madrid For Refugees ..read more

Dearest friends, I hope this message finds you happy and healthy! As we close out the year, we want to share big thanks for our community for your ongoing support! Madrid For Refugees started in 2015 and we just celebrated our 7th anniversary this September. This year has brought us some new … The post 2022 Thank you & Happy Holidays appeared first on Madrid For Refugees ..read more

??Donations needed! Help refugee students start the next school year with school bags. We are accepting the following types of bags in good condition: Backpacks, Outdoors & hiking packs, Duffle bags, Shoulder bags & messenger bags, Handbags, Wallets & pencil cases, Laptop bags. Donations to be dropped off at the … The post Donations needed! Help refugee students start the next school year with school bags. appeared first on Madrid For Refugees ..read more

This summer the Lázaro Galdiano Museum (C/Serrano, 122, 28006 Madrid), in collaboration with Madrid for Refugees, is offering a series of exciting painting workshops for all levels. Participants will recreate pieces from the museum’s collection. “Pinta por una causa” shows the commitment and solidarity of the museum to raise funds … The post Paint for a cause with the Lázaro Galdiano Museum appeared first on Madrid For Refugees ..read more

During these challenging times, find out what Madrid For Refugees is doing to support the community: We’re supporting our partner organization network with UNHCR and other NGOs by sharing and getting the latest information to inform and help our community We’re providing MFR resources to partner organizations and initiatives, including … The post What is MFR doing to support the community during this current crisis? appeared first on Madrid For Refugees ..read more

Happy March! We are back this month with lots of exciting benefit events, see you there! All proceeds go to support our refugee programs. Newsletter The post March Benefit Events appeared first on Madrid For Refugees ..read more

Welcome to our new groups of participants and teachers joining our English courses for refugees and asylum seekers this week! We wish you the best of luck! For those of you that weren’t able to join, we will have new courses available in a few months. Any contribution—no matter how … The post Welcome to our new groups of English students appeared first on Madrid For Refugees ..read more

We’ve been working hard behind the scenes to start a new chapter in MFR history: a new office and a new logo! The space is located near Puerta de Toledo on Calle Mira el Río Baja, 20, and features our brand-new logo, created by graphic designer Robert Abell. The logo … The post Big news! A new office and logo for Madrid For Refugees appeared first on Madrid For Refugees ..read more

Madrid For Refugees (MFR) would like to give a big thanks to the company Elis for donating 50 complete sets of sheets, blankets and bath and hand towels for distribution to refugees, migrants and people at-risk of social exclusion. Elis is an international multi-service provider offering textile, hygiene and wellness … The post MFR thanks the company Elis for their donation appeared first on Madrid For Refugees ..read more