The Bridge Trust is a peer-to-peer initiative by UNITUS international students that works with refugee children and vulnerable people in the local community. The initiative prioritises inclusivity, accessibility, and a sense of belonging, with a particular focus on marginalised groups such as young people, refugees, asylum seekers, and people with disabilities. The Bridge Trust employs a variety of strategies, including advocacy, fundraising, engagement, and content creation. The Bridge Trust, promoted by Joshua Wishiye Kabelu, Prevail Adewale-Alfred, Natia Megrelishvili, and Astghik Aghababyan, is based in Viterbo, Italy. The organisation extends an open invitation to individuals interested in contributing to the creation of a more inclusive and compassionate society. For more information, please contact wishiyekabelu@gmail.com
23rd April 2024: World Book Day. Promoting refugee education
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Making a Difference This Christmas: Bridge Trust Supports Refugee Children
This past Christmas season, the Bridge Trust embarked on a heartwarming mission to bring joy to underprivileged children in our community. We focused our efforts on 19 refugee children in Viterbo, ranging from newborns (just 7 days old!) to teenagers (14 years old).
Through the incredible generosity of our donors, we were able to raise a significant amount of funds. This allowed us to purchase a variety of Christmas and New Year’s presents, specifically selecting educational and interactive toys and treats that would spark the children’s curiosity and imagination. More importantly, this initiative served as a powerful reminder of the importance of social responsibility. We all have the ability to make a positive impact in the lives of those around us, simply by showing empathy, love, and sharing our time and resources.
Joshua Wishiye Kabelu, SHR international student, Bridge Trust Founder and CEO
