Empowering Young Refugees: How an NGO in Bonn is Shaping Futures Through Career Opportunities

Every year, tens of thousands of underage refugees arrive in the EU—many hoping to find work, training, and a future. An NGO in Bonn is helping them take their first steps toward a career.

Arriving in Germany alone at 14, Algassimou Conde found guidance through ASA, a nonprofit that helps young refugees build careers instead of facing deportation. ASA supported him with language courses, residency advice, and an apprenticeship in the food service industry, easing his transition into German society. The organization also connected 19-year-old Kian Ghanbari, who fled Iran, with a shipyard apprenticeship, helping him secure work and housing.

With thousands of vacant apprenticeships in the Bonn region, ASA plays a vital role in bridging the gap between refugees and much-needed skilled labor. For young people like Algassimou and Kian, ASA provides not only practical training but also a community of support in their new home.