Creative Art Scholarship for Refugees

Refugees in Australia will be given a chance to tell their stories more creatively. UNHCR Australia, in partnership with Australian Film Television and Radio School(AFTRS), launched in new scholarship for refugees already settled in Australia. The scholarship is worth $72,000, and it also covers the living expenses during the completion of the program, This scholarship will be a full-time study program. Israr Khan from UNHCR Australia says this is part of the ongoing efforts to settle refugees in Australia. Speaking to SBS Pashto, he said, Applicants will be required to demonstrate their interest in creative arts. Any previous work in the field of tv, radio or film will be advantageous. We spoke to Israr Khan on the eligibility and other criteria, please listen to the full interview in Pashto.

Source: AFTRS