Apply Now: Refugee Advocacy Fellowship 2025

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Refugees International is now accepting applications for its 2025 Refugee Advocacy Fellowship, a year-long initiative launching in August 2025. This program is designed to empower displaced leaders who are already driving change in their communities by amplifying their advocacy efforts. Tailored to enhance both personal growth and global impact, the fellowship provides fellows with resources, mentorship, and platforms to elevate their voices and influence policies affecting displaced populations.

Program Affiliation & Collaboration
Fellows will join Refugees International as affiliated advocates, working closely with the organization’s team on initiatives such as research reports, opinion articles, policy discussions, and media engagements. Collaborative projects may include advocacy campaigns, participation in international forums, or direct engagement with policymakers to address systemic challenges faced by displaced communities.

Learning & Support
Participants will benefit from:

  • Peer Learning: Exchange ideas with fellow advocates worldwide.
  • Structured Training: Workshops on advocacy strategies, public communication, and leadership development led by experts.
  • Mental Health Resources: Optional access to tailored mental health support, recognizing the unique pressures faced by displaced professionals.

Eligibility
Open to advocates globally, with priority consideration given to displaced individuals working in regions aligned with Refugees International’s current priorities. These include areas with urgent advocacy gaps or where the organization is actively engaged.

Program Details

  • Duration: August 1, 2025 – July 30, 2026.
  • Funding: Fellows receive a $15,000 stipend disbursed quarterly for dedicating up to seven hours weekly to fellowship activities.

Core Program Components

  1. Skill Development Workshops: Training in public speaking, advocacy planning, and fundraising.
  2. Professional Networking: Connect with global humanitarian leaders and organizations.
  3. Collaborative Projects: Partner on advocacy events, field research trips, and international conferences.

Expectations of Fellows

  • Commitment: Dedicate time weekly to fellowship tasks and deliverables.
  • Collaboration: Attend virtual meetings and, if possible, an in-person retreat.
  • Advocacy Outputs: Contribute at least one published work (e.g., policy brief, op-ed) and participate in a joint research trip.
  • Global Engagement: Join regional or international forums on displacement issues.

Additional Requirements

  • Language: Proficiency in English is strongly encouraged; fluency in other languages is an asset.
  • Technology: Access to a computer and reliable internet for remote participation.
  • Funding Compliance: A valid bank account for stipend transfers under U.S. regulations.
  • Performance: Quarterly reviews to ensure alignment with program goals.

How to Apply
Submit the following by the deadline:

  1. Responses to two essay prompts (400 words each).
  2. A resume and three professional references.
  3. A proposed work plan for the fellowship year.

Application Process

  • New applicants: Create an account via the portal’s “Register” option.
  • Returning applicants: Log in with existing credentials.
  • Click HERE to begin your registration

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Important Notes

  • Authenticity: Applications generated using artificial intelligence tools will be disqualified.
  • Interviews: Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a panel interview in June/July 2025.

This fellowship is a transformative opportunity for displaced leaders to expand their impact through targeted training, global networks, and collaborative advocacy. Apply today to join a community dedicated to reshaping the future for displaced populations.

Learn more: Refugees International Fellowship Portal

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