Re:BUiLD Policy Briefs

Re:BUiLD Policy Briefs

The Re:BUiLD’s brief leverages our work on the ground and our expert knowledge informed by research and practice to ensure refugees and other displaced people have what they need not only to survive, but to rebuild and thrive in new communities. We mobilize to shift the agenda nationally, regionally and globally on behalf of people affected by crisis.



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How Donors Can Better Support Urban Refugees

How Donors Can Better Support Urban Refugees


Urban areas in low- and middle-income countries have become home for the majority of the world's refugee population, challenging the conventional narrative of refugee assistance that has traditionally focused on camps and settlements. UNHCR estimates that more than half world displaced persons live in urban areas.
Livelihoods Cost Effectiveness Brief 2023 Re:BUiLD Kenya Wave 1 RCT

Livelihoods Cost Effectiveness Brief 2023 Re:BUiLD Kenya Wave 1 RCT


In partnership with the IKEA Foundation, the International Rescue Committee (IRC) launched Refugees in East Africa: Boosting Urban Innovations for Livelihoods Development (Re:BUiLD) in 2021. The initiative targets 20,000 refugees and host community members to help them sustainably reach economic self-reliance and social cohesion.
Access to Decent work - A pathway To Durable Solutions For Urban Refugees

Decent Work Policy Brief


This policy brief addresses the issue of access to decent work for urban refugees in Nairobi and Kampala and provides recommendations to overcome the challenges they face. Urban refugees, unlike those in camps, are expected to achieve economic self-reliance, but face challenges limiting access to employment opportunities, aggravated by barriers associated with their refugee status. 
IRC Cost of Living Final Brief

The Cost of Living Crisis for Urban Displaced People in East Africa


The East African region is grappling with a significant influx of internally displaced individuals and refugees, seeking safety from conflicts, environmental disasters, and socio-economic challenges. These displaced communities, already facing numerous hardships, are now burdened with the relentless rise in the cost of basic necessities.
IRC Kenya and Uganda Refugee Policy and Practice Review

An Analysis and Evaluation of Refugee-related Policies and Legislation - Kenya and Uganda


This comprehensive study delves into the policies and legal frameworks concerning refugees in both countries, aiming to shed light on their effectiveness and identify areas for improvement. The brief  encompasses a thorough examination of the following key aspects: