OSUN Hubs for Connected Learning Initiatives Presents
Expanding Durable Solutions for Refugees Through Third Country Education Pathways
Thursday, September 30, 2021
Online Event
8:00 am – 9:30 am EDT/GMT-4
The recent events in Afghanistan rocked public opinion, highlighting the need to expand safe pathways for refugees, including through higher education. Higher education opportunities in third country education pathways play a key role in assisting refugee students so they can excel in their studies and build their futures, while creating protection spaces for newcomers and relieving the burden on those countries hosting millions of refugees. 8:00 am – 9:30 am EDT/GMT-4
The OSUN Hubs for Connected Learning Initiatives and the Global Task Force on Third Country Education Pathways (GTF) invites post-secondary education institutions, state entities, foundations, and other interested stakeholders to a briefing on supporting Afghan refugees to access higher education opportunities through third country education pathways.
Objective
The objective of this briefing is to share an overview of the protection and academic needs of Afghan refugee youth in the region, discuss concrete steps to expand opportunities for Afghan students to continue their studies in a safe environment, and to provide an overview of initiatives that aim to support Afghan youth through tertiary education.
Format
UNHCR field operations in Afghanistan and the region, as well as thematic leads on complementary pathways and education will provide an overview of the current protection needs of rerugees as well as existing opportunities, followed by an overview of initiatives currently underway to create solutions for Afghan refugees through higher education.
To register, complete this form and a link for participation will be made available.
For more information, call 845-758-6822.
Time: 8:00 am – 9:30 am EDT/GMT-4
Location: Online Event