ReDI School of Digital Integration

The ReDI School of Digital Integration is a non-profit organization dedicated to the digital empowerment of migrants and marginalized local communities. Founded in 2015, the school offers free and equal access to digital education in several countries, including Germany, Denmark, and Sweden.

• Digital Education Programs: The ReDI School offers a variety of courses ranging from basic ICT skills to advanced courses in specific digital technologies. Programs include the Digital Career Program, the Digital Women Program, the Digital Youth Program, and the Kids Program[1][3][5].
• Career and Mentorship Programs: The school provides a unique combination of career programs, mentorship, career workshops, company visits, and job placement. These programs aim to accelerate integration into the job market and provide students with strong network support from tech leaders, students, and alumni[1][4][5].
• Volunteers and Partnerships: The ReDI School collaborates with over 4,700 volunteers and around 100 partner companies to provide students with practical experience and job opportunities[1][4].

The mission of the ReDI School is to overcome barriers through technology and connect the leaders of tomorrow. The school is committed to the values of reliability, usefulness, care, and playfulness, striving to connect human potential with job opportunities, always with dignity and humility[5].

The ReDI School is actively engaged in achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). In particular, it focuses on the goals that have the greatest impact on its work, such as combating poverty, protecting the planet, and ensuring peace and prosperity for all people by 2030[5].

Since its founding, the ReDI School has trained over 21,000 students from more than 120 nations and has received numerous awards, including recognition by the Financial Times as one of the 100 most innovative initiatives in Europe. The school is certified under the German regulation for accreditation and approval for employment promotion (AZAV) and has distinguished itself through its transparency and quality management[1][4][5].

The ReDI School is a vibrant example of how technology can be used to empower people and overcome barriers, and it remains an important player in promoting diversity and inclusion in the tech industry.

• 1 - https://digital-skills-jobs.europa.eu/en/inspiration/good-practices/redi-school-digital-integration
• 2 - https://www.redi-school.org/redi-school-berlin
• 3 - https://www.redi-school.org/redi-school-denmark
• 4 - https://www.redi-school.org
• 5 - https://www.redi-school.org/our-impact