Zimbabwe

our work in Zimbabwe

In Zimbabwe, JRS provides skills training to refugees in the Tongogara refugee camp and services to both refugees and local Zimbabweans through a pastoral programme. The trainings cover topics like motor mechanics, carpentry, agriculture, computing, hairdressing, cosmetology, and sewing. JRS also supports the secondary school in Tongogara with infrastructure, uniforms, and books.

Education Education is a life-saving intervention that helps displaced children and families to see beyond their displacement.
Education
Livelihoods Livelihoods programs and opportunities focus on empowerment, self-reliance, and sustainability.
Livelihoods
Mental Health & Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) Displaced people often experience trauma due to their displacement. These services aim to meet the variety of complex psychosocial needs.
Mental Health & Psychosocial Support (MHPSS)

JRS in Zimbabwe

Student wait in line to receive their new school uniforms. (Jesuit Refugee Service)
Rose Kabela-Thumba, JRS cosmetology teacher and refugee, teaches her cosmetology class. (Gushwell F. Brooks/Jesuit Refugee Service)
JRS hairdressing training in Tongogara refugee camp. (Jesuit Refugee Service)
Refugees near tents in the Tongogara camp. (Jesuit Refugee Service)

Stories




Zimbabwe: Food Aid Helps Children Stay in School 12 Oct 2010
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Zimbabwe: Photo Story of Zimbabweans 10 Apr 2010
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Contact

Contact JRS Zimbabwe