Key Takeaways:

• Skilled refugees face unique barriers to integration, from language to recognition of qualifications.
• Organizations like Talent Beyond Boundaries play a vital role in connecting talent with employers worldwide.
• Refugees bring resilience, skills, and valuable perspectives to the workforce.
• Community and employer support are crucial for successful transitions.
• Hiring refugees can result in strong retention and long-term benefits for companies.

Authors:

Jérôme Dolling is the Germany Employer Engagement Lead at Talent Beyond Boundaries (TBB). In this role, he connects German businesses with displaced professionals from abroad, helping companies address skills shortages. He is responsible for building and managing a network of private sector partners, while also developing and implementing programs that provide sustainable employment pathways for displaced professionals to Germany.

Kazem Husaini is a software engineer from Afghanistan whose journey has taken him from Kabul to Berlin. When the Taliban returned to power in 2022, he made the difficult decision to leave his home country in search of safety and opportunity. Through a skilled worker visa, he relocated to Germany, where he now builds his career as Manager of Business Applications at Sonova, an international company helping people rediscover the joy of hearing. Beyond his professional work, Kazem is deeply committed to giving back. He volunteers as a technical and career coach with the Imagine Foundation, where he helps bridge the gap between global tech talent and jobs in the EU.

Mira Pathak is a co-founder of the People Mobility Alliance. She is an experienced global mobility and international HR professional with more than 15 years of experience.