AMAHORO FELLOWSHIP-Cohort 4

✓ Amahoro Coalition Fellowship empowers exceptional individuals with lived experience as Forcibly Displaced Persons (FDPs), equipping them to drive bold, transformative change.
✓ The 12-month program gives FDP leaders a platform to cultivate and disseminate their ideas on the world stage, expand their networks, seize numerous professional opportunities, and unite as a collaborative and impactful cohort. Collaboration and creation of this magnitude are exactly what the world needs to create lasting change.

✓ Between the age of 18 and 35 years at the time of application

Individuals who have lived experience as forcibly displaced persons

Applicants must own or occupy a leadership position in a business or social impact initiative. Individuals using their voices and platforms for positive change will also be considered.

Applicants must commit to refugee economic inclusion through entrepreneurship, innovation, advocacy, or community-led social change.

Applicants must have demonstrated 1 to 2 years progress in entrepreneurship, innovation, or social change. Evidence may include business registration, revenue generation, partnerships, media features, impact reports, awards, or testimonials.

Applicants must demonstrate resilience, creativity, and a solution-oriented mindset in tackling refugee-related challenges.

Be comfortable speaking and writing in English.

✓ Able to dedicate 12 months from August 2026 to September 2027, committing between 10 to 15 hours per week of hands-on virtual workshops and activities.
✓ Must have basic skills in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, or mobile- friendly digital tools.

✓ Actively participate in virtual workshops and activities.
✓ Engage with mentors and networking opportunities.
✓ Drive impact through entrepreneurship or social change efforts.
✓ Commit to the full duration of the program.
✓ Become an ambassador of the program by sharing learnings and experiences on social media

✓ Gain access to mentorship and professional coaching.
✓ Expand their networks and receive industry connections.
✓ Develop leadership and thought leadership skills.
✓ Receive funding opportunities up to $155,000 in blended financing each to scale their impact.
✓ Access technical assistance and business development support