The current reality: Thousands of newcomers struggle daily to find employment matching their interests, experience, and ambitions in their host country. Without recognized credentials and in-demand skills, many talented newcomers settle for temporary or low-skilled labor, limiting their social and economic integration. Our Purpose ❌❌❌ Founded in Amsterdam in 2019, Blue Road Academy (founded as RefugeeForce) is an award-winning social enterprise. At Blue Road Academy, we advance the careers of newcomers with technical training, professional development, and direct connections with top employers. Our Mission We are on a mission to create a more diverse, inclusive, and integrated community of technical professionals. We aim to change the perceptions of employers, organizations, and the public on the value and skills newcomers bring with them to create new lives in their host country. 💡 Together with our local partners, we are creating an unparalleled environment to learn digital skills and technical leadership in leading tech hubs such as Amsterdam, Utrecht, Berlin, and Munich. 🧑🏫 Our classroom-based, personalized programs provide the in-demand, technical skills they need to start their IT careers. We also pair each participant with 1 on 1 with a Mentor, provide job coaching, and build a network of like-minded professionals to find opportunities in the job market. After the program, we work with our network of employers, partners, customers, and local companies to attain successful employment for program alumni. Want to learn more? Drop us a line at hello@blueroadacademy.com.