Refugees International has an open call for their Refugee Fellows Program for the 2025 cohort, set to start in August 2025. This unique fellowship focuses on enriching and supporting the existing advocacy efforts of forcibly displaced leaders around the world. The 2025 cohort is tailored to maximize the growth of the fellows and the impact of their work. The year-long program will ensure that fellows receive robust support for the advocacy goals they are pursuing.
Fellows will receive a $15,000 grant in four quarterly installments throughout the year, for working up to seven hours a week. With the key components being technical Training, professional networking and collaborative advocacy events and trips.
Eligibility criteria:
- Recognized as refugee in any country
- Language Proficiencies: English language competency is required, competency in other key advocacy and local languages also preferred.
- Digital Access: This is a remote program, so candidates must have their own computer and internet access to participate.
- Eligibility for Grant: Fellows must have a bank account to which the grant can be transferred in adherence with U.S. law.
How to Apply:
To apply, applicants must complete an application form and submit the following through this link:
- Answers to two short-form questions (400 words each)
- A Resume
- Three professional references
- A brief work plan for the fellowship
Deadline: 16 May 2025 – 05h59 Kigali time