Refugees United and Ericsson will explain how mobility can transform people's lives globally. Christopher Mikkelsen, Co-founder of Refugees United, will deliver a keynote speech about how connectivity has improved refugees' conditions across the world during Ericsson's Change- Makers Forum, held in Dubai UAE on January 10th , 2016 at the Sofitel The Palm under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman, and Chief Executive Emirates Airline and Group Dubai Aviation City.
Mikkelsen will highlight how mobile communications can be used to solve challenging issues and change people's lives for good.
Christopher Mikkelsen, Co-founder Refugees United, said: "When working with refugees, we understand the value of connectivity and how technology can help to promote it. Ericsson supports the networked society, aiming to connect those who do not have the ability to reach their families. I am happy to be part of this event to promote a transformation to improve people's lives."
Rafiah Ibrahim, President, Ericsson Region Middle East and Africa, said: "We follow our Technology For Good initiative and we believe that mobile connectivity can enhance people's lives around the globe. Ericsson is a leading advocate for the role of ICT, and demonstrates the positive impacts that technology can have on society."