scholarship question

Answer:

Hi Sayed Ehsan Ullah, thank you for sharing your situation — I hear you, and I'm truly sorry you're facing this kind of danger. Your safety, dignity, and future matter deeply. Given your background as a journalist, a Shia Muslim, and someone unable to continue their education in Afghanistan, you may be eligible for special protection, scholarships, or asylum opportunities available for at-risk individuals.

🛡️ 1. Safety First: Consider Asylum or Refugee Protection

If you are in immediate danger, your first priority is to seek protection. Some options include:

• UNHCR (United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees):

  • You can register with UNHCR in a neighboring country (e.g., Pakistan, Iran).
  • They assist with refugee status determination and may help with resettlement options.

• Emergency Visa or Humanitarian Programs:

  • Canada, Germany, France, and other countries have humanitarian visa programs for Afghan journalists, minorities, and human rights defenders.
  • You can apply through their embassies or through trusted NGOs that support Afghan refugees.

🎓 2. Scholarships and Fellowships for At-Risk Students or Journalists

There are several international programs that support people in your situation:

🟢 Scholarships for At-Risk Students:

• Scholar Rescue Fund (IIE):

  • Supports students and academics whose lives or careers are in danger.
  • Offers placement in universities worldwide.

• DAFI Scholarship Program (for refugees):

  • Run by UNHCR, supports university education for refugees in host countries.
• Education programs for Afghan students (many opened after August 2021).

🟢 Programs for Journalists in Danger:

• Reporters Without Borders (RSF):

  • Offers emergency assistance and relocation help to journalists at risk.

• Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ):

  • Can provide direct assistance, legal help, or relocation guidance.
• International Media Support (IMS) and Free Press Unlimited offer support as well.

📝 What You Can Do Now

1. Gather your documents:

   • Passport (if you have one), ID, academic records, work history, press credentials, and proof of threats (if any).

2. Reach out to these organizations:

   • UNHCR, RSF, CPJ, Scholar Rescue Fund.
3. Look for humanitarian visa programs or safe corridors through embassies or NGOs.
4. Email or contact me with your exact needs (study, protection, relocation?) so I can guide you to specific programs.

Would you like help writing a request letter or email to one of these organizations? Or would you like a list of open scholarships for Afghan students right now?