Call for Applications: UNHCR Global Advisory Board of Organizations Led by Forcibly Displaced and Stateless Persons

The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) has launched a Call for Expression of Interest for its  Global Advisory Board of Organizations Led by Forcibly Displaced and Stateless (2026–2028).

The Global Alliance to End Statelessness encourages stateless-led organizations to apply and ensure that lived experience continues to shape global policy and decision-making.

Why apply?

The Advisory Board is a strategic global platform that brings together organizations led by refugees, internally displaced and stateless persons to:

• Provide strategic advice to UNHCR
• Strengthen partnerships with affected communities
• Promote meaningful participation in decision-making processes

Who Can Apply?

Eligible organizations must be led by forcibly displaced or stateless persons (at least 50% of leadership), legally registered in the country of operation, have experience in policy, advocacy, strategy development, or advisory processes, and have  a  designated  representative  who  can  communicate  effectively  in  English.

Key information

• Application Deadline: 8 February 2026
• Application from: Available here
• Terms of Reference: Read more

We strongly encourage stateless-led organizations within the Global Alliance network and beyond to consider applying and bringing their expertise and lived experience to this important global platform.