Azadi-Lean In circles to provide leadership skills and psychosocial support to women refugees

The Azadi Project, in partnership with LeanIn.Org and with the support of Sheryl Sandberg, Founder of LeanIn.Org, and Rachel Thomas, co-founder and CEO of LeanIn.Org, implemented the first Lean In Circles for refugee women on International Women’s Day 2021 in the Moria Refugee Camp in Lesvos. Women from Moria met bi-weekly for social support and friendship in Azadi’s safe, welcoming space outside the camp. In addition to being able to share their experiences and access the support they need, these women were also provided with essential leadership skills. Azadi-Lean In Circles served as a gateway for women, who needed additional support, to access private, individual counseling with certified remote psychologists.