From the Battlefield of Survival to the Halls of Higher Education: Liakat Ali Roshid’s Journey
In 2022, Liakat Al Roshid applied for the RhEAP program, and 18-month academic preparation program through the Hubs for Connected Learning, that led to a scholarship to pursue a BA at Columban College in the Philippines.
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From Language Barrier to Global Voice: A Hubs Alum Journey from Kakuma to the World
Christian Baobab was a young refugee from the Democratic Republic of Congo with no English when he stepped into Kakuma Refugee Camp in 2018. Today, he serves as the Communications Officer for the Hubs for Connected Learning Initiatives and has become a recognized voice for refugee youth across East Africa and beyond.Read More
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Sunday, April 26, 2026
Civic Engagement Workshop: Cultural Sensitivity When Working With Vulnerable Groups
Online Event 8:00 am EDT/GMT-4
This series of monthly workshops is facilitated by Global Engagement Fellows and brings student leaders together from across GHEA21 to learn from each other’s experiences, reflect on each other's work, gain insight and training, and work together on gathering material helpful for new project leaders. By bringing the effective work of student leaders to light, this series provides them with the necessary assessments, knowledge, abilities, and skills needed to ensure sustainable projects.
Facilitated by Global Engagement Fellows Sabawoon Durrani (AUAF), Ata Ullah (The Hubs for Connected Learning), and Haneen Jarrad (American University of Beirut), this workshop addresses ethical engagement and responsible leadership when working with vulnerable communities. Discussion will reflect on power dynamics, inclusive communication practices, and culturally responsive project implementation. The session aims to equip participants with the awareness and skills necessary to design initiatives that are respectful, community-centered, and socially responsible.
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Other workshops:
Sunday, May 31 8 am New York | 2 pm Vienna: How to make a website for your project
Sunday, June 28, 8 am New York l 2 pm Vienna: How to write a project report
Sunday, July 26, 8 am New York | 2 pm Vienna: How to turn your project into a full-time job
April 26, 20268:00 am EDT/GMT-4
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Workshop
Sunday, May 31, 2026
Civic Engagement Workshop: How to Make a Website for Your Project
Online Event 8:00 am EDT/GMT-4
This series of monthly workshops is facilitated by Global Engagement Fellows and brings student leaders together from across GHEA21 to learn from each other’s experiences, reflect on each other's work, gain insight and training, and work together on gathering material helpful for new project leaders. By bringing the effective work of student leaders to light, this series provides them with the necessary assessments, knowledge, abilities, and skills needed to ensure sustainable projects.
Facilitated by Splendour Kalu (Ashesi University), this workshop introduces the fundamentals of creating a professional website that clearly communicates the project's mission, impact, and activities. Participants will discuss platform selection, content organization, and strategies for maintaining a user-friendly and sustainable digital presence.
Join via Zoom
Other workshops:
Sunday, June 28, 8 am New York l 2 pm Vienna: How to write a project report
Sunday, July 26, 8 am New York | 2 pm Vienna: How to turn your project into a full-time job
May 31, 20268:00 am EDT/GMT-4
Online Event