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Refugee Employment Network

Rebuilding a life in a new country is tough. We make rebuilding a career easier.

The Refugee Employment Network is the UK’s only national network dedicated exclusively to refugee employment. It’s our mission to ensure that all refugees can access appropriate, fulfilling and paid employment or self-employment in the UK.

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Our Support

We know refugee employment is the biggest factor in successful integration in the UK, yet refugee unemployment rates are estimated to be three times the national average. Explore Our Support to see how we connect refugees to job opportunities and work with employers to tap into a talented and motivated workforce.

Making a difference

Our impact
  • 550

    Employers Engaged

    Actively creating pathways to employment for refugees across the UK

  • 17.5k

    Job Opportunities Created

    Enabling refugees to access employment that matches their skills and expertise over the past two years

“Access to career opportunities offers refugees hope, dignity, and the chance to rebuild their lives. When someone believes in your skills and gives you a second chance, it empowers you to contribute meaningfully and call a new place home.”

Hamed Amiri, Chief of Staff Operate Digital, PWC UK, refugee and bestselling author of The Boy with Two Hearts

Connect with Refugee Talent

We help employers access skilled refugee talent, diversify their workforce, and enhance recruitment, onboarding, and retention practices, integrating refugee inclusion into your DEI and talent strategy. Together, we can improve employment outcomes for refugees across the UK. Explore partnership opportunities with REN to drive meaningful change for your business.

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