Equal Access Network
Student Action for Refugees (STAR)
About this opportunity
The Equal Access Network is an open, interactive and friendly forum where students from refugee and asylum-seeking backgrounds in the UK can connect and learn from each other’s experiences of higher education.
We want to build a sense of community, value and empowerment. The network is supported by STAR (Student Action for Refugees) and led by STAR Equal Access Activists who have experience of accessing university while claiming asylum or with a temporary immigration status.
Level of Study
- Other Levels
Other levels of study
Networking opportunity for refugees and people seeking asylum.
Eligibility
Asylum seeker, Refugee status, Humanitarian protection, Temporary refugee permission, Limited or Discretionary Leave to Remain (private/family life), Indefinite Leave to Remain, Ukraine schemes, Other forms of sanctuary (including Calais Leave, Section 67 Leave, UASC leave and Stateless Leave)
What is included in this opportunity?
- Other (see below)
Other support provided
We want to build a sense of community, value and empowerment.
Types of study available
- Other
Additional details about application process
How do I get involved?
- Join the members group on Facebook. This is open only to current or aspiring students from refugee and asylum-seeking backgrounds.
- Stay up to date with events and opportunities on our Equal Access Network Facebook page and on Instagram.
- Not on social media? Sign up to the Equal Access mailing list.
If you’d like to join the Facebook group but are concerned about protecting your identity, we recommend that you set your Facebook profile to private. Your public profile should only contain information that you are willing to share with others. Read the full Facebook group guidelines here.
Is this opportunity available for individuals outside of the UK?
No
On-going opportunity
Yes
For further questions contact the scholarship provider
Email Us
equalaccess@star-network.org.uk
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