Kiron is a Berlin-based nonprofit organization dedicated to offering accessible and innovative education for refugees, migrants, and underserved communities globally.
Since 2015, Kiron has reached over 200,000 learners to improve their skills for the labor market through its comprehensive digital platform, Kiron Campus, and blended learning programs, fostering academic, professional, and personal growth.
Demonstrated Impact
Since the founding days in 2015, Kiron has reached roughly 200,000 learners to improve their skills – with a strong focus on labor market integration.
200,000+
Learners since our start in 2015
700+
Self-paced courses from 13+ providers
10+
Job-readiness programs since 2021
15,500+
Successful course completions
650+
Mentorships arranged
THRIVE
THRIVE is our flagship digital upskilling program for women and non-binary people in Germany.
- In-demand tech training
- Language courses
- Career coaching
- Networking and community support
Participant requirements:
- Migration background
- Living in Germany
- B1 English (and preferably, B1 German)
- 5 hours/week for 6 months
SkillsForward
SkillsForward teaches essential AI and human skills to excel in today’s job market.
- Downloadable AI toolkit
- AI Bites course
- Live webinars with experts
- Exclusive events
- 2 competitive learning pathways across 9-week tracks
Participant requirements:
- Migration background
- Minimum B1 English
- 2 hours/week for 9 weeks
Kiron’s NextGen Leaders
NextGen is a selective program that supports young professionals as they step into meaningful careers in politics, the professions, & social impact.
Participant requirements:
- Migration background
- Between 21 and 35 years old
Living in Berlin/Brandenburg
Minimum B2 German - 5 hours/week for 6 months
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Kiron Newsroom
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December 12, 2025
Thanking Kiron’s founders and welcoming a new leadership chapter
Berlin, Germany – Kiron is announcing an update to its shareholder structure following the departure of two of its co-founders, Markus Kreßler and Vincent Zimmer, as shareholders. After founding Kiron and helping steer its growth for ten years, both have decided to close this chapter and transition out of their shareholder roles. Markus and Vincent will remain close friends of Kiron.
Press Release
August 26, 2025
Kiron celebrates a decade of impact
Berlin, Germany – This year, Kiron marks its tenth anniversary, celebrating a decade of creating pathways to education and opportunity for refugees and displaced people worldwide. Since 2015, Kiron has reached more than 175,000 learners from 160 countries with free, high-quality education and skills training.
Press Release
April 17, 2024
Kiron Announces Wenke Christoph as Chief Executive Officer
Berlin, Germany - Kiron, a nonprofit organization dedicated to offering accessible education to refugees and underserved communities globally, is pleased to announce the appointment of Wenke Christoph as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective April 17, 2024.
Press Release
October 4, 2023
Kiron Announces Senior Leadership Changes
Berlin, Germany – Kiron, an education technology nonprofit organisation, is poised for the next step of organisational development as it prepares to bid farewell to its esteemed Managing Director, Dr. Tobias Ernst, while welcoming Anne Parsons and Hannes Rudzik as new members to the leadership team.
Press Release
2024
Annual Report 2024
As we approach Kiron’s 10th anniversary in 2025, we remain deeply committed to our founding purpose to foster learning, personal growth, and meaningful inclusion.
2023
Annual Report 2023
In 2023, we intensified our efforts to equip apprentices for the job market – an important milestone: the introduction of THRIVE.
2022
Annual Report 2022
While 2022 presented its share of challenges, we are not deterred in our mission to support refugees and underserved communities.
2021
Annual Report 2021
Discover Kiron's 2021 Annual Report: milestones, programs, and impact supporting displaced learners worldwide.
2020
Annual Report 2020
Discover Kiron's 2020 Annual Report: milestones, programs, and impact supporting displaced learners worldwide.
2019
Annual Report 2019
Discover Kiron's 2019 Annual Report: milestones, programs, and impact supporting displaced learners worldwide.
2018
Annual Report 2018
Discover Kiron's 2018 Annual Report: milestones, programs, and impact supporting displaced learners worldwide.
2017
Annual Report 2017
Discover Kiron's 2017 Annual Report: milestones, programs, and impact supporting displaced learners worldwide.
Collaborations & Memberships
Kiron belongs to and works with different organisations to amplify and accelerate education and job-market inclusion
Connected Learning in Crisis Consortium (CLCC)
The Connected Learning Consortium aims to promote, coordinate, collaborate and/or support the provision of quality higher education in contexts of conflict, crisis and displacement through connected learning by sharing and disseminating knowledge, experience and evidence; developing innovative and good practice; and ensuring accountability to students and their communities in order to foster self-reliance. Year joined: 2017
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The Connected Learning Consortium aims to promote, coordinate, collaborate and/or support the provision of quality higher education in contexts of conflict, crisis and displacement through connected learning by sharing and disseminating knowledge, experience and evidence; developing innovative and good practice; and ensuring accountability to students and their communities in order to foster self-reliance. Year joined: 2017
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SEND e.V.
SEND is a strong network that creates sustainable political support and enthusiasm in society for social entrepreneurship. Year joined: 2022
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SEND is a strong network that creates sustainable political support and enthusiasm in society for social entrepreneurship. Year joined: 2022
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Bundesverband Innovative Bildungsprogramme e.V.
This is a network for education providers jointly representing the interests of education providers in the political arena with over 125 member companies. Year joined: 2021
Visit Bundesverband Innovative Bildungsprogramme e.V.
This is a network for education providers jointly representing the interests of education providers in the political arena with over 125 member companies. Year joined: 2021
Visit Bundesverband Innovative Bildungsprogramme e.V.
Bundesverband der Träger beruflicher Bildung (Bildungsverband) e.V. (BBB)
This is a network for education providers jointly representing the interests of education providers in the political arena with over 125 member companies. Year joined: 2024
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This is a network for education providers jointly representing the interests of education providers in the political arena with over 125 member companies. Year joined: 2024
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MY·TQ
MY·TQ is a joint initiative of several training providers sponsored by the Bildungsverband e. V. (BBB), which offers flexibility through uniformity in the area of partial qualification throughout Germany.Year joined: 2024
Visit MY·TQ
MY·TQ is a joint initiative of several training providers sponsored by the Bildungsverband e. V. (BBB), which offers flexibility through uniformity in the area of partial qualification throughout Germany.Year joined: 2024
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Reports
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What our partners say
See how other partners and organizations are creating change
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“THRIVE demonstrates how partnerships on equal terms can function: we support an important social initiative, our employees gain valuable experience, and the participants benefit directly – a genuine win-win-win situation.”
Sabine Reuss
Head of CSR Board Germany @ Capgemini
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“It is truly inspiring to see how Kiron, through the THRIVE program, helps women pursue their professional aspirations by providing meaningful support and training. The One Foundation is proud to stand behind Kiron’s work and continues to draw inspiration from their impact.”
Leonie Storek
Junior Manager @ One Foundation
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“THRIVE hasbrought hope and motivationto Afghan girls during a very difficult time, and we are deeply grateful for the opportunity to collaborate with such a supportive and committed team.The results of the pilot phase were very encouraging, with nearly 30 percent of our students securing jobs, internships, or scholarships for higher education.”
TLO The Liason Office
THRIVE Afghanistan Partner
Communication Guidelines
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Get in touch
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