In case you missed it, Fairphone has teamed up with the non-profit KLABU, who are driving positive impact through the power of sport. KLABU builds clubhouses in refugee
camps around the world, creating a space to connect, play and find friends for community members. These clubhouses are equipped with popular sports items, wi-fi, music, and television where live matches are often broadcasted. They are run by members of the local refugee community, who are mentored by KLABU in Amsterdam.

KLABU is also actively mentoring some of the team members to become Clubhouse Content Creators, vlogging about their on-ground activities and celebrating their community. Fairphones are now part of daily life in the M’bera Refugee Camp in southeast Mauritania and the Kalobeyei Refugee Settlement in the north of Kenya, helping teams coordinate, communicate, connect and keep things running smoothly. We asked two clubhouse team members to share their experiences with the Fairphone, and this is what they had to say.

“My phone is an integral part of my daily routine.”

Paul Abuk Oman

Location: Kalobeyei Refugee Settlement, Kenya
Role: Impact Specialist

“At 6AM my alarm goes off on my phone. To start the day, I like to stretch and wake up my body. Once my morning ritual is completed, I get ready for work at the KLABU in Kalobeyei, Kenya.

At work, my phone has been instrumental in my daily tasks, making them much easier, smarter and faster. I use it to keep my schedule organized, set timers and stay up to date with the calendar to always make sure I’m on top of my work. I also like to stay connected across borders: whether it’s with our headquarters in Amsterdam or family members in my home country, Ethiopia.

Next to my work, I also use my phone for my online studies, as I am currently pursuing an online degree at Saint Louis University. My phone is unmissable for helping me stay up to date with my studies, downloading papers and such.

At the end of a busy day, I like to unwind. Whether it’s browsing on social media, checking emails, listening to music, or watching movies, I’m happy to access it all from my phone!”

“With my Fairphone, everything is easy.”

Fatimetou Mint Abdallahi Dicko

Location: M’bera refugee camp, Mauritania
Role: Women & Girls’ Mobiliser and Clubhouse Content Creator

“As a Clubhouse Content Creator for KLABU reporting from the M’bera refugee camp in Mauritania, I tell local stories from our community and share them with an international audience. My Fairphone has become an important part of my daily life and an essential tool for my work. It helps me tell stories better, take beautiful pictures, capture meaningful moments, and share them with passion and love for our traditions and cultures with the rest of the world.

For example, when I film traditional dances or girls playing volleyball, I feel very proud of what I have accomplished. It is empowering to bring our stories to a wider audience. With my phone in hand, I feel confident and proud of the content I create, especially when sharing the stories of women and young girls in the camp. I truly recommend it for content creation and for taking beautiful photos and videos. It’s perfect for filming spontaneous moments or staying in touch with my colleagues during working hours. In my pocket, it’s always within reach, making my work feel natural and effortless.

Its tools have helped me a lot, especially when mobilizing women and young girls in the M’bera refugee camp. The calendar helps me stay focused and prepare ahead of time for the day. Staying in touch through messaging apps allows me to communicate with my team and mobilize women and young girls to join our sports and cultural activities. This has helped me a lot, helping grow our local KLABU community.

Due to my phone’s long-lasting charge, I can film videos and take photos as much as I want. It’s reliable, fast, and always there for me. I stay connected wherever I go, easily talking with friends and colleagues around the world. When I had the opportunity to travel to Geneva to speak at an international humanitarian conference, my phone was my trusted companion. It helped me find my way in a new place and stay connected with my family and my KLABU colleagues. Being able to stay in touch during this trip made me feel close to home.”

Next up: Fairphones will be in the clubhouses in Azraq in Jordan and Commewijne in Suriname, with more coming in Mexico and Uganda.