Meet. Greet. Work.

What is Refugee Talent Hub?

Many refugees in the Netherlands are eager to work, yet finding paid employment is often challenging. There are several reasons for this. Diplomas do not always align perfectly with Dutch requirements, language can be a barrier, and it can be difficult for employers to assess work experience or skills accurately. Prejudices may also play a role. And perhaps most importantly: as a newcomer, your professional network is often still limited.

This is unfortunate and a missed opportunity for everyone. Work is about much more than income. It provides structure, creates access to social connections, and helps you feel valued and included. And when someone can use their talent, knowledge and experience, it benefits not only the individual, but also the employer and society as a whole. A true win-win.

This is why Refugee Talent Hub exists. We inspire and enable employers to work with newcomers, helping them to recognize and leverage talent. Together with our corporate partners, we create personal encounters and organize activities with the goal of sustainable employment in refugee-friendly organizations where everyone feels at home.

What does Refugee Talent Hub do?

Refugee Talent Hub organizes company visits, training sessions, work experience programs, and other work-related activities. All our activities are designed to increase job opportunities. Sometimes directly, through a recruitment event. And sometimes indirectly, by training skills that are in demand in the Dutch labor market.

Here you can find an overview of our approach. And here you’ll find the full list of our Dutch- and English-language events.

You are very welcome to join one of our activities!

RefugeeWork, part of Refugee Talent Hub

In addition to these activities, we also offer an online space where talent and employers can connect: RefugeeWork.

RefugeeWork is the online platform where employers and job-seeking newcomers can find each other. It is part of Refugee Talent Hub and contributes to our mission: a Netherlands in which employers recognize and value the talents of refugees, and where newcomers have fair and equal opportunities in the labor market.

On RefugeeWork, you can search and apply for vacancies yourself. Employers can also find your profile there and contact you directly. It’s simple and accessible, built on equality: you are looking for a job to participate, contribute and use your skills, while employers are looking for colleagues to grow with and learn from.

RefugeeWork believes in connecting people and job opportunities: independently where possible, with support where needed. That’s why we work closely with social and public organizations, and guide you towards knowledge, training and additional support.

Find each other on RefugeeWork.