CGRS Refugee Leadership Program Fellow (Paid)

UC Law SF•San Francisco, CA

2d•$6,000 - $6,000•Remote

About The Position

The CGRS Refugee Leadership Program offers hands-on experience advocating for refugee rights in the United States, as well as enriching professional development and networking opportunities alongside colleagues at a leading national organization. Through the fellowship, we aim to incorporate the expertise of individuals who have been forcibly displaced into our work, collaborating to foster mutual learning and strengthen our refugee rights advocacy initiatives. Fellows will contribute to CGRS’s work through a combination of organizational engagement, leading a project shaped by their interests and perspectives, and professional development opportunities coordinated by CGRS. The program anticipates selecting two fellows for the 2026–2027 cohort, who will be supported by a staff member and assigned peer mentors.

Requirements

Must have personally experienced forced displacement across borders (e.g., due to persecution, torture, armed conflict, and/or the effects of climate change and environmental disasters).
Must currently live in the United States.
Must be authorized to work in the United States.
Must be comfortable working in English to ensure effective collaboration and communication, including reading, writing, and speaking skills.
Must be available 20 hours per month.
Must have flexibility to attend various meetings during West Coast business hours (approximately 6 hours out of total 20).

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated experience with or commitment to at least one of CGRS’s core focus areas: Refugee and immigrant rights, Legal protections for survivors of gender-based violence, Advocacy related to climate-induced displacement, Pro se support.
Other related experiences and interests that align with CGRS’ mission to defend the human rights of people seeking safety in the United States.

Responsibilities

Participate in CGRS’s collaborative environment through involvement in team meetings, projects and initiatives aligned with their interests.
Lead a project shaped by their interests and perspectives, contributing directly to CGRS’s mission. Projects may take a variety of forms, including research, advocacy, educational resources, visual and other storytelling initiatives, community engagement projects, or other activities.
Attend networking events, guest speakers, and workshops or other training that align with fellows’ interests.