Transforming Community Livelihood
HOPE INTERNATIONAL ZENTRUM (HIZ) community-based and refugee-led organization.
Who We Are
HOPE INTERNATIONAL ZENTRUM (HIZ) is a community-based and refugee-led organisation based in Nairobi, Kenya along Ngong Road.
The organisation is dedicated to fostering education, livelihood, advocacy, and cultural integration among refugees and host communities. HIZ aims to empower individuals through inclusive programs that promote learning, economic development, social cohesion, and intercultural understanding.
Our Mission.
To empower and create the community of innovators, entrepreneurs and leaders through quality education, livelihood support, advocacy, and cultural activities that promote dignity, Gender, inclusion, and sustainable development.
Our Vision:
To create a community where every individual, regardless of their background, has access to education, economic opportunity, and a voice in shaping their future.






What We Do
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HOPE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
HOPE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL is the Francophone primary and secondary schools established by HIZ (Hope International Zentrum, CBO) — a community-based organization dedicated to empowering children..
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HIZ Language Center
Through our HIZ Languages Center, we offer French, English, Kiswahili, German, Spanish and Chinese language courses to help learners communicate effectively and access opportunities in education, employment, and cross-cultural settings.
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At HOPE INTERNATIONAL ZENTRUM (HIZ), we believe that education is the foundation for empowerment, self-reliance, and sustainable development. As a community-based and refugee-led organization, we are committed to..
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Cultural exchange and preservation are at the heart of HIZ’s mission. Through art, music, cultural events, and community festivals, HIZ promotes unity in diversity and fosters mutual respect between refugees and host communities.
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Teacher Capacity Building & Training
Our cultural programs bring together refugees and host communities to celebrate diversity, preserve heritage, and build bridges through shared cultural experiences.
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Education Advocacy & Partnership
We strive to amplify refugee voices, promote inclusion, and influence policies and programs that ensure access to quality education, legal documentation, and sustainable livelihoods for refugees and host communities alike.