Windle International Kenya and Refugee Higher Education Facilitation in Dadaab, Kenya
| dc.contributor.author | Dido, Isacko Tura | |
| dc.date.accessioned | 2026-02-11T13:06:52Z | |
| dc.date.available | 2026-02-11T13:06:52Z | |
| dc.date.issued | 2024-09 | |
| dc.description | A Project Submitted to the School of Law, Arts and Social Sciences in Partial Fulfilment of the Requirements for the Award of the Degree of Master of Public Policy and Administration of Kenyatta University, September 2024. Supervisor 1. Felix Kiruthu | |
| dc.description.abstract | Education, specifically higher education for refugees is important as it comes with opportunities, shaping the academic outcomes, social and emotional well-being, as well as future labor market and social integration potential. Unfortunately, there exist serious challenges in integrating refugees into higher education due to uncertainties of refugee environment. The study analyzed the contribution of Windle International Kenya and in refugee higher education facilitation with specific reference to Dadaab Camp in Kenya. The specific objectives of the study were: to examine the effect of scholarships; intensive language courses and the placement of students to institutions of higher learning by Windle International Kenya. The study was informed by the Social Learning Theory and Systems Theory. The research used a descriptive research design in order to probe into the contribution of WIK to refugees’ higher education. The target population included five hundred and seventy-seven participants, including WIK staff, guardians of beneficiary students and the refugee students currently sponsored by WIK in Dagahaley Camp. Stratified random sampling was used to select the study’s sample size of 172 respondents, which is 30% of the target population. Primary data was collected through structured questionnaires and interview schedules. SPSS Version 24 was used to analyze quantitative data, and the analyzed information was presented using tables, pie charts, percentages, and mean. The qualitative data was analyzed using content analysis. The research findings reveal a positive effect of Windle International Kenya's initiatives on refugee students in Kenya. Scholarships significantly enhance access to higher education by reducing financial barriers, with 75% of respondents acknowledging their role in improving academic performance and empowering students. Intensive language courses are perceived as crucial in preparing students for academic success, with 77.8% of participants agreeing on their effectiveness. However, some room for improvement exists in curriculum suitability and teaching methods. The placement program is also effective in facilitating access to higher education, though challenges like limited spots in universities and transparency issues were noted. Inferential statistics confirm the significant contributions of scholarships, language courses, and placement programs in improving educational outcomes for refugee students. The study underscores the need for tailored support and continuous improvement to address the diverse needs of refugee students effectively. The policy recommendation is enhancing the existing policies on refugee support especially on higher education. This will make the individuals and their families enjoy a sustainable means of livelihood. | |
| dc.identifier.uri | https://ir-library.ku.ac.ke/handle/123456789/32381 | |
| dc.language.iso | en | |
| dc.publisher | Kenyatta University | |
| dc.title | Windle International Kenya and Refugee Higher Education Facilitation in Dadaab, Kenya | |
| dc.type | Thesis |