The world is facing a refugee crisis. Mohamed Malim, himself a former refugee, is determined to help. His fashion company, Epimonia, makes bracelets from recycled life jackets worn by refugees on their journeys to safety. The company donates 50% of profits to refugee causes.
in recent years. President Trump has limited the total number of refugees allowed into America to 30,000 annually.Mohamed Malim is a 23-year-old American and former refugee turned social entrepreneur. His fashion apparel brand, Epimonia, donates 50% of profits to U.S. organizations that support refugees with opportunities for education and advancement. In addition, the company partners with refugee tailors in Minnesota to provide jobs to this struggling community of recent arrivals to America.
A former refugee himself, Malim was born in a refugee camp in Kenya. His family immigrated to the U.S. in 1999, when he was four years old. His personal journey inspired him to make a difference in the world, especially for other refugees. Ever since making it to America and being the first in his family to attend college, Malim has been dedicated to giving back to his community. “The work that I’m doing to help refugees is a dream come true,” he says. “The more you give, the more you are blessed. I am grateful to be in this position where I can help my fellow refugees achieve their dreams.”Mohamed Malim
“This was when I realized my true calling in life,” Malim says. “In that moment, I knew that I had to do something. It was the birth of my being a social entrepreneur activist. I wanted to help refugees and to tackle the misconceptions about refugees in the media. I felt a sense of urgency and warmth in my heart. I was called to this, my ultimate purpose. I feel happy and passionate about my work. As a former refugee, it is my duty to change the narrative of my people.
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