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Lived experience at the heart of everything we do

Supporting, empowering and advocating for people from the Horn of Africa and beyond — creating pathways to housing, education, wellbeing, integration and equality.

Our Vision

An inclusive Northern Ireland where refugees and asylum seekers overcome barriers, achieve equality and build successful futures.

Who Are We?

HAPANI is a refugee-led organisation supporting individuals and families seeking asylum, refugees and migrants across Northern Ireland. With deep roots in the Horn of Africa community and a commitment to equality for all newcomers, we offer practical support, housing, advice, education, youth development, women’s empowerment, integration programmes and community-led social enterprises.

For over fifteen years, we have helped thousands of people overcome crisis, rebuild their lives, and participate fully in society.

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Annual Impacts

1500+

People supported every year

350

People supported through the Drop-In

150+

Children helped to access education

Dozens of families

Safely housed or supported to secure better accommodation

60+

Women participating in wellbeing and empowerment activities

200+

Welfare, health, benefit and immigration cases resolved

New social enterprises

Established to improve employment and community wealth

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How
We’re Different

  • Refugee-led
  • Lived experience at every level
  • Cultural competence
  • Trust and credibility with newcomer communities
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