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Over the past period, we have worked together with trainers and role models with lived experience to empower approximately 25 female integration participants in the municipalities of Druten and Wijchen. Through a series of training programs, conducted in Arabic- and Somali-speaking groups, the women worked on strengthening their personal and social resilience. Topics such as self-confidence, setting […]

Recently, the Dutch government platform Overheid van Nu published an extensive interview with Migration Inc. director Yordi Lassooy-Tekle and urban psychologist Esseline van de Sande about the role of City Connectors (Stadverbinders) in creating a more inclusive and participatory government. In the article, Yordi and Esseline explain how City Connectors build bridges between residents, communities,

Starting with one week in Amsterdam one year ago, RWW has grown to an even wider program across two weeks, featuring both refugee-led cultural events and community actions across five cities in the Netherlands. Over two weeks, nearly 2,000 guests engaged with RWW through community dinners, performances, workshops, film screenings, conversations, and community actions across

Following Refugee Welcome Week, Yordi Lassooy, founder of Migration Inc., was interviewed by De Kanttekening. Below is a short summary. In the interview, Yordi highlights the importance of meeting and connecting with one another at a time when public debate on migration is becoming increasingly polarized. Refugees and people with a migration background are often

At Migration INC., we believe that lasting change begins with meeting one another, staying open to different perspectives, and listening to stories that may be different from our own. Over the past period, we have once again experienced the power of connection between people, communities and organisations. Internationally, we participated in the General Assembly of

What does radical hope & courage mean to you? The second edition of Refugee Welcome Week (RWW) takes place from 8 to 21 June across Amsterdam, Utrecht, The Hague, Rotterdam and beyond. Join us. Celebrate art, music, culture and the richness of different identities. Be part of something that brings people together and moves us

Last week, we completed the Train the Educator training program. A diverse and enthusiastic group of educators is now ready to inform and raise awareness among newcomers about reproductive choices and sexual health — with attention to culture, trust, and open dialogue. Our research shows that culturally sensitive and accessible information is greatly needed. All

Call to action for Members of the Dutch Parliament: Safety, equal representation, and financial support for women’s rights are needed now. Last month we presented the appeal “Full Speed Ahead for Women’s Rights” to the Dutch Parliament. In the photo you see us with the Members of Parliament who received our appeal. This call has

At Migration Inc., we are committed to advancing inclusivity and equity. But meaningful, lasting change is only possible when we work together. Over the past weeks, our team has been on the move—connecting, listening, and collaborating across borders: – Ten days in Ethiopia, meeting with NGOs, RLOs, CBOs, and government representatives to discuss the needs

Migration Inc. was proud to participate in the Global Refugee Forum Progress Review 2025 in Geneva, where our CEO Yordi Lassooy-Tekle represented our organization alongside states, civil society leaders, refugee-led organizations, UN agencies, funders, and the private sector. At a time of funding cuts, political pressure, and negative narratives around migration worldwide, gathering together in