In seeking ways to close the transition gap, displaced people need to be empowered to attain self-reliance. Relevant components of self-reliance need to be incorporated into all phases of displacement including psychosocial support, education, health, vocational skills training, entrepreneur support, business start-up capacity building, funding, and equipment grants.
Providing support for small businesses in camps and host communities can also help them access the business training and private sector financing needed to scale and move towards sustainability. In addition, it is also essential to introduce schemes that support businesses and companies that employ and provide opportunities for displaced people across their value chain. Young people should also be linked to schemes that support mentorship and apprenticeship. It is crucial to connect displaced people to friends, extended family members, and acquaintances outside the camps in a safe and trusted way, as they can also provide connections, opportunities, and recommendations.
