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About Us
RYEH was founded by passionate refugee youth in Dadaab with a vision to bridge the education gap in marginalized communities. Through initiatives like the Dadaab Book Drive, which built a library of over 60,000 books, we provide access to knowledge and learning opportunities even in times of crisis.
We believe that education is the most powerful tool to unlock potential and drive long-term community development.
Our Story
What started as a small initiative by refugee youth has grown into a powerful movement for change. For years, RYEH has been mobilizing support, resources, and ideas to improve access to education in Garissa County and beyond.
From launching community libraries to fighting misinformation during the COVID-19 pandemic through radio programs, our journey is rooted in resilience and impact.
Our Team
Our team brings together lived refugee experience, technical expertise, and a shared commitment to advancing education, digital livelihoods, and protection pathways for displaced youth.
Abdullahi Mire
Founder & Executive Director
Abdullahi Mire is the Founder and Executive Director of Refugee Youth Education Hub (RYEH). A passionate advocate for refugee education and youth empowerment, he brings deep lived experience from Dadaab refugee camp and a strong track record in community-led development. Abdullahi has been instrumental in advancing access to education, digital inclusion, and protection pathways for displaced youth. He provides strategic leadership, drives partnerships, and steers the overall vision and growth of the organization.
Barret Kamunzu
Programs Manager & Research Lead
Barret Kamunzu is a Monitoring, Evaluation, Research, and Learning (MERL) specialist with over a decade of experience across East Africa. At RYEH, he leads program design, implementation, and adaptive management, ensuring all interventions are evidence-based and impact-driven. He also oversees research, data systems, and learning processes, supporting continuous improvement and accountability. Barret has supported a number of organizations including UNDP, ILO, and other international partners, bringing strong expertise in analytics, evaluation, and strategic program delivery.
Firdausa Salat
Tech & Innovation Lead
Firdausa Salat leads RYEH’s technology and innovation portfolio, focusing on expanding digital access and skills for refugee youth. She plays a central role in designing and implementing digital learning platforms and innovation-driven solutions that enhance education and livelihood opportunities. Her work ensures that technology is effectively leveraged to bridge gaps in access and inclusion.
Ann Thuku
Partnerships & Fundraising Lead
Ann Thuku leads partnerships and resource mobilization at RYEH, building strategic collaborations with donors, NGOs, and private sector actors. She oversees fundraising strategy, proposal development, and stakeholder engagement, positioning RYEH as a credible and impactful partner in refugee and youth development programming. Her work supports the sustainability and scaling of RYEH’s initiatives.
Our Impact
100,000+ Books distributed
To support learning among refugee children
1000+ of youth supported
Through education, skills, and community programs
Community radio programs during COVID-19
Ensuring continued access to information and learning
Supporting both refugee and host communities
To support learning among refugee children
Our Mission
To support and promote self-reliance and sustainable development among refugee and host community youth.
Our Vision
To unlock the full potential of refugee communities and enable them to achieve sustainable growth.
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Join us in creating opportunities and advancing dignity for refugee youth and communities.