Bringing refugee talent to your projects
Bringing skilled professionals to elevate your projects
Bringing skilled professionals to power your success
EqualReach bridges the gap between innovative businesses and skilled refugee tech teams. Our platform not only enhances your workforce but also empowers talented refugee teams seeking opportunities.
Access diverse talent for your tech projects.
Support refugee teams while achieving your business goals.
Join us in making a meaningful impact.
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Your next contract project can transform a life
At EqualReach, we pride ourselves on the measurable success of our clients and teams. With over 100 jobs created for clients around the world, we are proud to have a Net Promoter Score of 9.7 out of 10, demonstrating trust we've earned from clients and teams. Join us in making a difference while achieving your project goals.
Higher Wages for Talent than Local Alternatives
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The Origins of EqualReach.
In the winter of 2015-2016, EqualReach's founder, Giselle, traveled Europe’s refugee route from Greece to Germany, documenting the realities of forced displacement as millions fled Syria’s war. She met skilled, educated people trapped by invisible barriers, unable to rebuild their lives due to a lack of economic opportunities.
Amidst the crisis, she also saw the power of technology and business to create solutions, working with innovators behind tools like the Love Europe app. That experience ignited a mission. Giselle spent years advocating for refugees and launching initiatives like Not Forgotten, but awareness wasn’t enough. The real question was: How could the private sector be part of the solution? That question would define our next chapter.
Unveiling the Rise of Digital Work for Displaced Communities.
As local job opportunities remained limited for forcibly displaced individuals, Giselle explored how NGOs, humanitarian organizations, and upskilling programs were unlocking opportunities in the digital economy.
Recognizing both the emerging potential and the invisible barriers to access, she was one of the first to research this shift, starting with microwork and expanding into higher-skilled roles. Over the next five years, Giselle collaborated with organizations worldwide, advising on best practices and driving forward initiatives that paved the way for more inclusive, digital employment opportunities.
EqualReach: The Future of Inclusive Hiring.
EqualReach’s research on digital work for displaced people went beyond academia, shaping real-world solutions in the private sector. From 2020 to 2023 this reserach was piloted to establish a Fortune 5 company’s first impact sourcing solution, connecting refugee talent with meaningful digital work.
Those years proved the power of inclusive hiring and revealed the need for an intermediary to bridge businesses and displaced professionals. Driven by this insight, Giselle left the corporate world to transform outsourcing for social good. EqualReach quickly gained recognition, securing its first clients through major competitions, including the Social Shifters x Amazon Award and the Santander X UK Startup Awards.
106 Jobs. 10 Countries. One Vision.
EqualReach's first year wasn't just about opening doors; it was about building them. It was about laying a foundation of unwavering trust, forging partnerships that amplify impact, and committing to excellence in every project, every connection, every opportunity created. We forged strong partnerships, refined our approach, and proved that social impact and business excellence go hand in hand.
In our first year, EqualReach transformed vision into reality by creating 106 job opportunities for displaced and local talent across 10 countries, delivering meaningful work for businesses in the UK, US, and EU. But this is just the beginning. From refining our initial process MVP to shaping our product MVP, every lesson learned has propelled us forward. Now, we are building the EqualReach platform not just to scale but to redefine what’s possible in the future of work.
EqualReach: Source Impactfully.
The EqualReach platform is now live and ready to connect businesses with skilled specialist teams across the globe for remote, project-based work. We make it easy for organizations like yours to get the job done and do good. We specialize in creating impactful opportunities for displaced and local talent, without sacrificing excellence, and we're building EqualReach's platform to be the go-to freelancing marketplace for driving business and social impact. Join us today and be part of a movement redefining the future of work!
Recognitions and Awards for EqualReach
We are proud to be recognized for our commitment to empowering global tech talent. Read about our latest awards here.
Santander X
Amazon
Ignite Competition
Social Shifter's
UK Startup
Great Britain Entrepreneurs Award
Our Team
Meet the passionate individuals behind EqualReach.
EqualReach is powered by a world of displaced and local talent
Our global network of trusted, skilled, and vetted teams come from all walks of life.
Backed by years of research, we intentionally work with diverse teams comprised of 50-70% displaced talent and 30-50% of talent from the local host communities to drive shared value creation and a positive impact that lasts.
This is refugee talent
Generative AI
Specialist Team
Video Editing
Specialist Team
"EqualReach delivers results, helping businesses achieve their commercial goals whilst making a difference with sustainable livelihoods for displaced talent.”
"It was the first we outsourced the creation of media content to promote our work and the results and overall experience exceeded our expectations! The team we were assigned was so easy to work with. Everything delivered was of very high quality, and within the timeframe agreed. Best value for money we could have ever found! We thank you everyone involved in this successful project and look forward to continuing our collaboration with EqualReach!"
"Higher quality of work, more competitive pricing, simplified proposal and contracting experience."
"Participating in these projects made me one of the earners in the community and hence I could support my community financially and family by paying school fees for my siblings."
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I’m deeply grateful for the opportunities Equal Reach has provided, not just to me but to many others. Their support has been life-changing.
FAQs
Discover answers to your questions about working with refugee tech teams.
EqualReach is an impact-driven freelancing marketplace that connects businesses with highly skilled tech teams around the world. Our mission is to drive meaningful value for businesses while creating opportunities for qualified refugee and local talent who have the skill specialties you need.
Joining EqualReach is simple. Sign up through our website here in less than 60 seconds. Once registered, submit your first project request and you'll get 1-3 custom proposals from teams in our network. There's no upfront cost. You only pay when you select a team and proposal you love. Then your project begins!
Our marketplace connects you to a growing list of teams specializing in web development, app design, IT support, graphic design, marketing, automation, AI, and more. From a one-off small project to ongoing retainer support, our teams are equipped to handle projects of all sizes and complexities.
If we don't have a team with the skills required for your project in our existing network, we'll either prioritize finding and onboarding one for you or refer you to another service provider we trust.
Yes, all teams are thoroughly vetted via a robust multi-week process to ensure they possess the necessary skills, experience, and legal/regulatory compliance. We prioritize quality and reliability in our partnerships. This guarantees that you receive top-notch service for your projects, with teams you can trust.
Payments are processed through our secure platform, ensuring safety and transparency. We offer flexible payment options to accommodate various project scopes. Rates are agreed upfront in each proposal so you know exactly what you'll pay before a project begins.
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