Mrs. Agnes Uyu Martine

26/06/2026

24/06/2026

We opened Country Coordinator applications for YALS 2027 a few weeks ago. Strong response. But we still need someone from your country.

One coordinator per country. Represent YALS, support delegates through registration, coordinate group travel to Accra, and lead your delegation at the summit.

Volunteering role. Active coordinators earn a 15% discount on summit registration, an official YGLN certificate, and a reference letter.

Closes 30 June 2026.
Apply: https://yalssummit.com/become-a-rep/

Tag someone from your country who should be doing this.

23/06/2026

08/06/2026

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We believe education is not a privilege reserved for the fortunate.
It is a human right that should be accessible to every young woman regardless of her background or circumstances.

As JB Favour, Director of PASS USA, powerfully reminds us: “Education is not charity, it is dignity.”

That truth sits at the heart of our mission.
Because when a young woman gains access to education, she gains more than knowledge. She gains confidence. Choice. Voice. Opportunity. The ability to rebuild not only her own future, but the future of generations after her.

This is why PASS USA continues to advocate for equitable access to education for vulnerable South Sudanese young women through support, opportunity, and community-centered impact.

Their resilience is powerful.
But resilience alone should never be the requirement for access to education.
They deserve support.
They deserve equity.

They deserve the chance to learn without barriers standing in the way of their future.
And together, we can help make that possible.
www.southsudanpass.org

Women for Women International UN Women Education Cannot Wait Malala Fund

07/06/2026

One of the greatest barriers to gender equality in South Sudan is the continued undervaluing of girls' education.

In some communities, a girl is viewed as a source of wealth through marriage rather than as a future leader, professional, entrepreneur, or change-maker.

As a result, many girls are denied the opportunity to pursue their education and achieve their dreams. When a girl's education is sacrificed, society loses her potential contributions to development, peace, and progress.

Beyond harmful cultural perceptions, conflict and poverty have also had devastating effects on girls' access to education. Years of instability have disrupted learning, displaced families, and weakened support systems.

Many bright and talented girls are unable to continue their studies simply because they cannot afford school fees or because the people who once supported them were affected by conflict.

Yet despite these challenges, countless girls across South Sudan remain determined to learn. They continue to dream of becoming teachers, doctors, lawyers, peacebuilders, and leaders. What they need is opportunity, support, and people willing to believe in their potential.

As a member of the UNDP Student Ambassador Programme and a beneficiary of the PASS USA, I have witnessed firsthand the transformative power of educational support.

PASS has stepped in to support many vulnerable students, especially girls, by helping them access education when financial barriers would otherwise force them to abandon their studies.

My own educational journey has been strengthened through this support, and I know many other young women whose lives have been changed because someone chose to invest in their future.

Education is not an expense; it is an investment. When we educate a girl, we empower a family, strengthen a community, and contribute to a more peaceful and prosperous nation.

I therefore encourage individuals, organizations, and well-wishers to support initiatives such as PASS that are committed to ensuring that deserving girls are not left behind because of poverty or circumstances beyond their control.

Together, we can help more girls stay in school, achieve their dreams, and become the leaders our communities need.

27/05/2026

Deadline Approaching — Register Now!

Secure your participation in the 6th African Youth SDGs Summit taking place in Accra, Ghana from June 23–25, 2026.

This year’s Summit will feature:
• Career Coaching Clinics
• Pitch Competitions
• Hackathon Sessions
• Interactive Workshops
• SDGs Awards
• Cultural Celebrations
…and many more exciting opportunities for learning, networking, and collaboration.

Don’t miss the chance to be part of Africa’s leading youth platform advancing the Sustainable Development Goals.
Secure your seat today!

Register here: https://youthsdgssummit.org

22/05/2026

THE REPUBLIC OF SOUTH SUDAN
Ministry of Higher Education, Science & Technology
Office of the Undersecretary

RSS/MoHEST/USO/J/IM
Date 21st /05/2026

Subject: Application for Malaysian Technical Cooperation Programme (MTCP) Scholarship 2026 (Masters Programme)

The office of Hon. Undersecretary, Ministry of Higher Education, Science & Technology wishes to announce to the general public that, the ministry has received scholarship opportunities from the Malaysian Government for the academic year 2026/2027.

1. General Information on the MTCP Scholarship:

· The application for the scholarship is open until 12th June, 2026.
· Interested applicants may apply for the MTCP Scholarship through the MTCP website at https://mtcp.kln.gov.my/scholarship.
· This scholarship is open for full-time Master’s Degree only for the September/October intake for the academic year 2026/2027.

2. Eligibility Criteria:

· Applicants must comply with the following Criteria:
a) Not more than 45 years old at the time of application;
b) Obtain a minimum of Second Class Upper (Honours) or a minimum CGPA of 3.0 or equivalent at the undergraduate level.

3. Application Process:

Interested applicants are required to register and apply for MTCP scholarship through the system at [https://mtcp.kln.gov.my/register scholarship](https://mtcp.kln.gov.my/register scholarship).

4. Scholarship Benefits:

a) Tuition fees for the whole sponsorship period will be paid directly to the university upon issuance of invoice by the university;
b) Monthly allowance will be paid directly to your Malaysian bank account;

5. Areas of study:

Priority will be given to the following areas of study:

· Information & Communication Technology
· Economy & Trade
· Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics (STEM)
· Food Security & Agriculture Technology
· Islamic Finance; Law; Public Administration & Policy Studies; and Sustainable & Environmental Science.

22/05/2026

📢 Applications are NOW OPEN!

The 2026 Inter-Agency PSEA Community Outreach and Communication Fund is accepting proposals from local and national NGOs and CSOs working in humanitarian or displacement contexts.

This joint initiative by ICVA Network and UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency provides rapid, targeted financial support to carry out PSEA awareness-raising and capacity-strengthening activities that help prevent sexual exploitation and abuse by aid workers.

🌍 The current round targets organisations working in: Afghanistan, DR Congo, Ethiopia, Haiti, Lebanon, Palestine, Somalia, South Sudan, Sudan, and Yemen.

Throughout the year, the Fund is offering two grant types:
📌 Short-term grants: up to USD $20,000 for projects running 4–6 months, addressing immediate needs and capacity.
📌 Multi-year grants: up to USD $70,000 for projects spanning 12–24 months, leading to long-term change.

We're looking for creative, inclusive, and contextually appropriate projects that build awareness, engage communities, and reinforce local capacity to protect from sexual exploitation and abuse.

🗓 Deadline to apply: 14 June 2026 by 23:59 CET.
✍️ Applications can be submitted online in English, French, or Arabic.
🔗 Learn more on eligibility, read the guidance note, and access the application form available here: https://lnkd.in/dd4MqQA8