Doha Debates Ambassador Program Cohort 9
Doha Debates
Quick Facts
A word from Eli, founder of Rise Africa Scholars
MSc Information Security — Unicaf Scholar
While you wait for a fully funded opportunity, don’t put your education on hold. I completed my MSc through Unicaf — studying online from Nairobi while working full-time. The tuition discount made it genuinely affordable, and the degree is from an accredited UK university.
If you’re serious about advancing your career now, I’d encourage you to explore it. I only recommend what I’ve used myself.
About This Scholarship
The Doha Debates Ambassador Program is a 12-week virtual leadership programme for young people aged 18-26 designed to develop intercultural communication, debate, and leadership skills through expert-led training, mentorship, and collaborative dialogue. Participants engage in weekly live sessions, workshops, and culminate their learning in the World Majlis virtual dialogue event.
What This Scholarship Covers
- Certificate of completion upon successful programme completion
- Access to expert-led training and mentorship
- Lifelong peer network connections
- Invitations to continue engagement with Doha Debates through future events and workshops
- Opportunity to serve as mentors for future cohorts
Who Can Apply
- 1 Must be between 18-26 years old at the start of the program on September 22, 2026
- 2 Must complete the three-step application process by August 24, 2026
- 3 Must have reliable internet access for videoconferencing
- 4 Must be a fluent English speaker
- 5 Must be available for all Zoom meetings every Tuesday at 6:00 p.m. AST from September 22 - December 1, 2026
- 6 Must complete the Introduction to the Majlis Course in the Doha Debates Learning Community to earn the Majlis Master badge (retake required if completed in previous years)