Hope Ambassador Program
2026-2027 Cohort
The Hope Ambassador Program is a unique pathway that allows young Afghan female students to learn about the Canadian college and university application process, meet Canadian post-secondary students, connect with talented mentors for one-on-one coaching, participate in competitive English classes to improve their language skills, and gain a deeper understanding of Canadian culture, identity, and values.
Programs
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A series of webinars from August to September 2026; sessions are in progress.
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Mentorship Opportunity: registration will begin September 2, 2026.
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Period: September 2026 to April 2027.
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Registration is open only to 20 qualified INTERNAL students; those who have completed all five webinar series with Raha Scholars Foundation.
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English Intensive Program: registration will begin December 1, 2026.
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Period: January to April 2027.
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This program will be offered only to students who are mentored by active mentors. If you are interested in this program, please talk to your mentor.
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The purpose of this program is to help mentees improve their English proficiency and guide them in making a smooth transition from high school to university life in Canada.
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What do we offer?
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High-quality webinar sessions, mentorship opportunities, and English tutoring classes led by current Canadian college and university students
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Opportunities to explore Canadian culture and learn about educational pathways in Canada.
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Networking opportunities with peers and mentors who share similar academic goals and aspirations.
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Upon successful completion of the full program (webinar, mentorship, and English Intensive programs), the first top student will receive full funding to take one of the following English proficiency tests: TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo English Test. All costs will be covered by Raha Scholars Foundation.
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The second and third-ranked students will each receive a CAD $150 award upon completion of the program
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All participants who successfully complete the program will receive an official certificate of completion.
Eligibility Requirements:
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Applicants must be Afghan females between the ages of 16 and 30.
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Applicants must demonstrate intermediate to advanced English proficiency in reading, writing, speaking, and listening.
The Hope Ambassador Program results were announced on August 16th, 2026.
Congratulations to the 119 Hope Ambassadors!
For those who are interested, please note that the new registration cycle will open on April 28th, 2027.