The Social Factory: Empowering Refugee Women Addressing basic needs for refugees on Kos The Victoria Community Centre | Athens The Victoria Community Centre | Athens

Glocal Roots

Org #101838
Vetted since 2024
2017
year founded
$3,475
raised on GlobalGiving
2
years fundraising
0
projects funded
* Amounts in US Dollars

Mission

Glocal Roots have been empowering people on the move to thrive in their new surroundings since 2017. As experts in community focused programming and economic empowerment we foster self-sufficiency among people with refugee backgrounds. The ultimate goal is not only to assist them in rebuilding their lives but to empower them to actively engage and contribute to their adopted societies. In essence, Glocal Roots is not only addressing immediate needs but also laying the foundation for sustained empowerment, fostering resilience, and nurturing a sense of belonging for displaced individuals in both Greece and Switzerland. Through these diverse initiatives, the organization continues to support... read more

Projects (3)

Project Leaders
Liska Bernet
Liska Bernet
Jasmine Deuker
Jasmine Deuker
Emily Forbes
Emily Forbes
Team
Liska Bernet
Organization Information
Brandschenkestrasse 178
Zurich, Switzerland 8002
Switzerland
+41 79 783 22 89
Organization Information
Brandschenkestrasse 178
Zurich, Switzerland 8002
Switzerland
+41 79 783 22 89

Project Reports

Each of GlobalGiving’s nonprofit partners is required to send quarterly donor reports detailing the impact of their work. Here are some of their recent updates:

Victoria Community Centre - Athens

By Jasmine Deuker | Project Manager

The Victoria Community Centre (VCC) remains a vital space of unity and support in Athens, strengthening connections and providing daily assistance to hundreds of people from more than 40... Read the full report ›

Addressing basic needs for refugees on Kos

By Jasmine Deuker | Project Manager

The last months of 2025 were marked by many changes at the Hub. As Kos gradually transitioned out of the tourist season, several of our regular community members lost their jobs and temporarily moved... Read the full report ›

Addressing basic needs for refugees on Kos

By Marie-Lys | Fundraising, Communications and Advocacy Intern

The summer months on Kos brought to the Hub a burst of energy! Our space flourished with language lessons, sports, painting, and community dinners. Our centre is a safe haven for people on the move,... Read the full report ›
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