How vocational training graduates are creating job opportunities in Iraq
“Before I came to this course, I was a worker. After I graduated, I became an employer, and I feel proud of what I have accomplished.” – Yasser, Graduate, Anbar Vocational Training Centre...
View ArticleVolunteer Spotlight: World, Meet WISE!
Laeba shares her experience volunteering as a Communications Advisor with the Women’s Initiative for Startups and Entrepreneurship (WISE) in Hanoi, Vietnam toward their goal of showcasing their...
View ArticleCelebrating the Student Refugee Program Class of 2022!
Over the past four years, 533 young refugees were welcomed onto Canadian university, college, and CEGEP campuses through the Student Refugee Program. This year, many of these students are graduating...
View ArticleVolunteer Spotlight: Driving more resources to tackle climate change in Kenya...
Stephen Itiakorit has over 13 years of academic and professional experience in agriculture, leadership competency, gender development, mentorship, and more. He has had the opportunity to coordinate...
View Article“You’re Going To Canada!” – The Words That Start A Journey For Student...
Most people do not think of a refugee camp as a place to go for better education opportunities. But that is the reality for refugees around the world who are displaced by war, drought, famine, and...
View ArticleLeading By Example: How One Young Woman’s Hope For The Future Is Inspiring...
By: Mercy Ndunge Mwanzia, Communications Liaison Officer, Kenya, WUSC The 11th of October is commemorated globally as a day to draw attention to the obstacles girls encounter while acknowledging their...
View ArticleInnovation and Impact Awards in honour of Lewis Perinbam
WUSC and Cooperation Canada, in collaboration with the trustees of the Lewis Perinbam Award, are pleased to present the Innovation and Impact Awards in honour of Lewis Perinbam. Innovation is at the...
View ArticleDigital Skills Training Results in First Paycheque for Women and Girls in...
Richard Ombina, WUSC Digital Hub and Scholarship Coordinator, is passionate about strengthening education and employment opportunities for young people living in crisis-affected situations. In Kakuma...
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Celebrating the Student Refugee Program Class of 2023!
Congratulations to the newest cohort of graduates from the Student Refugee Program! Many of our new grads are now preparing to begin a new stage in their lives, from pursuing further studies in their...
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Spotlight on Sara: An Inspirational Volunteer Journey
In the world of international volunteering, some stories stand out for the empowerment and inspiration they bring. Sara’s international volunteer experience is one such story. A Canadian volunteer...
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