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1. The UNHCR Refugee Education Fellowship Programme CALL FOR APPLICATION About the Programme The UNHCR Refugee Education Fellowship Programme, designed in collaboration with refugees and partners, supports refugee leaders in advancing education policy and advocacy at national, regional, and global levels. The Programme, launching for the first time in 2025, provides an opportunity for two outstanding DAFI1 alumni to pursue a master’s degree supplemented and enhanced by engagement in structured policy and advocacy work through a fellowship programme with UNHCR. Be a registered refugee or asylum-seeker and hold a valid registration document (proof of registration, asylum seeker certificate or refugee Identification card). Be a former DAFI scholarship recipient. Have completed a bachelor’s degree within the last five years. Meet the academic qualifications required for admission into a master’s programme in Kenya. Demonstrate a commitment to advancing refugee access to formal or non-formal education, refugee inclusion in national education systems, and education policy in the region and beyond. Residing in Kenya at the time of application and intending to remain in Kenya for at least a minimum of two years. Why Choose Us? Full scholarship support for a master’s programme at a partner academic institution in Kenya, beginning September 2025 (includes tuition, registration fees and room and board allowance aligned to Kenya standards). Mentorship by an academic partner and the UNHCR Education team. Research, advanced study, or specific project opportunities. Engagement in policy and advocacy activities related to refugee inclusion. Networking and collaboration opportunities with other refugee leaders, policy experts, and practitioners. Enroll Now Fellowship Benefits Application Deadline Interested candidates must submit their applications by 8 August 2025 Attend regularly scheduled meetings as agreed with mentors. Successfully advance in the degree programme (attend required courses/lectures, timely completion of coursework, research, etc.) Participate in education coordination meetings and other relevant forums as required. Engage with current events and developments related to refugee education;provide feedback on policies, strategies, and programmes related to refugee inclusion in the national education system and other relevant topics. Contribute to special projects or research related to education and forced displacement. Roles and Responsibilities of the Fellow