About Us

Refugee Stories helps visitors gain a greater understanding of the refugee crisis and what it means to be a refugee. There are more people displaced in the world today than at any time since the end of World War II and it is more important than ever to help people develop empathy for each other. We help people's stories be heard, while providing them with a sense of community and belonging.

Refugee Stories aims to connect volunteers with people in need so we can change the world, one story at a time.

  • UI Developer

    Aaron is from Memphis, TN. He has worked in the communications, electrical and oil/ gas industries, all leading to the pursuance of becoming a software engineer.

  • Back End Developer

    Brianna is from Nashville, TN. She used to work as an Registered Nurse in a children’s hospital. In her spare time, she likes to play soccer.

  • Front End/React I

    Dave has a history in customer service/tech support, recognized for superior customer experience. He is pursuing a career in his #1 passion: technology.

  • Front End/React II

    Humaira is a full-time Lambda School student in the San Francisco Bay Area, with a passion for photography and videography.

  • UI Developer

    Krystal has worked as a behavioral therapist and blogger in San Diego County. She branched out to web development in hopes of making the internet more accessible.

  • Project Lead

    Nick is a team lead at Lambda School. He is from Long Beach, CA. Nick is a personal trainer turned coder after realizing a passion for it.

  • Front End/React I

    Nicole lives in Maui. When she isn't working hard at Lambda School, she loves trying foods at new restaurants and reading great books.

  • Front End/React II

    Suffyan (Shawn) lives in Sacramento, CA. Before Lambda School, he was an Architectural Designer. In his spare time, he hikes, bikes, reads books, collects fountain pens and mechanical watches, and travels.