THRIVE

Creating pathways into skilled jobs for women in the DACH region

Since 2023, THRIVE has empowered 1,150+ refugee and migrant women across Germany, Austria, and Switzerland to launch digital careers through skills training and coaching. As a signature partner, you can fund learning pathways, volunteer with our teams, or hire directly from our growing talent pool.
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Our partners play a pivotal role in supporting THRIVE learners to define their career paths.
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Our THRIVE partners
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Demonstrated impact

Women with refugee and migration experience remain underrepresented in the workforce, despite being highly educated and motivated. 89% of THRIVE participants hold a degree and 60% are actively looking for work in the tech industry, demonstrating their untapped potential.

1,150+

Women with a refugee or migration background trained since 2023

71

Countries of origin represented across cohorts

51%

Secured employment, internships, or promotions 6 months after graduating 

95%

Satisfaction rate among participants

86%

Report increased confidence in applying for jobs
The European Digital Skills Awards 2026
‍Women in ICT Careers
STEM EDUCATOR AWARD 2026
Not-For-Profits in STEM Education
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Unlocking potential and transforming lives with THRIVE

Since 2023, THRIVE has offered curated learning pathways that prepare participants for real jobs. The multi-month holistic program includes:
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Digital, self-paced learning on Kiron Campus
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Language and communication courses for the workplace
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Live workshops and job-readiness training
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Small group tutoring and 1:1 career coaching with professional mentors
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Motivated, supportive alumni network & recruitment opportunities
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The challenge

Why THRIVE, why now

Talent is not the problem – access is. Women with migration and refugee backgrounds face structural barriers to employment in the European labor market. After nine years, only 35% of refugee women were employed in 2025, compared with 76% of men. In the tech sector, the gender gap is wider still, with only 17% of employees at German tech companies being women. 
THRIVE is designed to close this gap and we invite partners to join us in opening more pathways to work.

Sources: iab-forum.de, ladies.in.tech

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Partners make THRIVE possible

We are grateful to THRIVE donors and partners who make this work possible. Their engagement helps create meaningful connections between learners and the world of work, while offering companies a chance to share expertise and support inclusive talent pathways. 

Support in action

In 2026, partners supported THRIVE through:

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Webinars and panels on AI skills and the German labor market by the Applied AI Institute for Europe
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Visit to Banyan Software & Accor offices and networking sessions in Munich
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Virtual speed networking event with FactSet
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Keynote and case study from Mollie
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Visit to Soundcloud office in Berlin that helps learners connect with working professionals
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What our graduates say

THRIVE learners graduate with new skills, confidence, and connections 

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Back in February 2025, I could never have imagined that, just eight months later, I would have mastered AI development and secured an internship as an AI and full-stack developer at one of the world’s largest banks, UBS.
Alina, THRIVE graduate

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THRIVE is great! I got the opportunity to get more into IT with current topics and tools. Moreover, it is excellent to share experiences with other women and professionals and to get information about the job market.
Clelia, THRIVE graduate

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Completing THRIVE gave me not only knowledge and practical skills but also the confidence that I can achieve my professional goals here in Germany.
Viktoriia, THRIVE graduate
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THRIVE participants are eager to grow, connect, and find meaningful work in Germany.
THRIVE supports them to reach their goals through culturally informed training, practical skill-building, focused language learning, and strong networking opportunities.

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Reach out today

Support the next round of THRIVE and join a growing network of change-makers across the DACH region.
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