Kiron | Kiron Selected to Receive Support from the Google.org AI Opportunity Fund

Berlin, Germany – Kiron is proud to announce its selection by the Centre for Public Impact to receive funding from the Google.org AI Opportunity Fund: Europe. This support will help Kiron equip underserved workers, particularly refugees and asylum seekers in Germany and Austria, with AI knowledge and tools for long-term professional success.

The Google.org AI Opportunity Fund is an initiative aimed at providing foundational AI skills to those who may face barriers to upskilling. Google.org, the philanthropic arm of Google, leverages Google's resources and expertise to address global challenges. The Centre for Public Impact, a global not-for-profit organization, works with governments, philanthropy, and civil society to reimagine government systems that serve everyone. They are funded by Google.org to deliver the AI Opportunity Fund.

With this funding, Kiron will train 150 refugees and asylum seekers, offering tailored AI courses that enhance employability and promote social inclusion. Participants will gain practical AI skills that improve their chances of professional integration in the fast-evolving job market.

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Wenke Christoph, CEO of Kiron, emphasized the initiative's significance:

“As the global workforce increasingly embraces AI, it’s important that people who have experienced forced displacement and have limited resources also have the opportunity to acquire future-oriented skills. Supporting refugees and asylum seekers in gaining AI expertise not only helps address labor shortages but also fosters sustainable development. It’s a vital step toward ensuring no one is left behind in today’s evolving job market.”

Wenke Christoph

Kiron Management

With support from the Google.org AI Opportunity Fund: Europe, the Centre for Public Impact is offering a comprehensive package of support that includes bespoke AI training developed by Google and external partners, tailored support, and a total of €15 million in funding. Kiron is one of the nine organizations in Germany selected to participate in this initiative to equip vulnerable communities, close the AI skills gap, and ensure everyone can benefit from AI’s potential.

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Visit the program website to find out more about the Google.org AI Opportunity Fund: Europe.

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About Kiron:

Since 2015, Kiron has been at the forefront of offering accessible, innovative educational solutions to refugees and underserved communities globally. With a comprehensive digital platform, Kiron Campus, we have supported over 150,000 learners with skills essential for the labor market, fostering academic, professional, and personal growth.