WIK DAFI Scholar Becomes Student President at University of Nairobi
A daughter of a pastoralist, Monica fled the civil war in South Sudan to first settle in Kakuma and later Eldoret as a refugee. Today, Monica is the president of the University of Nairobi Students Association (UNSA) …
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“We never thought we’d get an opportunity like this.”
Lamara Juliet graduated with a first-class Diploma in Primary Education. But her experience as a refugee from South Sudan has meant she’s had to overcome significant challenges to get here.
“Young and ambitious, all I needed was an opportunity to go to school.”
On International Day of Women and Girls in Science, Windle International Kenya alumna Wilo shares her inspirational story.
“As a formerly displaced person, I now give back to women and girls in similar situations.”
As the Women Protection and Empowerment Learning Advisor at the International Rescue Committee Uganda, Doreen feels fortunate to be able to serve women and girls at a level in which she knows she can influence policy change.
“All we need is a chance to achieve our aspirations.”
Muna became the first person to graduate from the DAFI tertiary education scholarship programme which is being delivered by Windle International Somalia.
“Do not stop working towards your dream: this is just the beginning of the story.”
Acha’s message for those who, like her, are refugees, is not to lose hope for tomorrow. Here, she shares her experiences of her academic journey so far, in the hope of inspiring others to pursue their dreams.
“There’s always an opportunity to learn something different.”
Grace has continued to remain focused on her studies on Windle Trust International’s Postgraduate Programme, despite the Covid-19 pandemic.