New American Speakers Program 2026 (Cohort 10): Fully Funded Storytelling & Public Speaking Training for Refugees in the U.S.

The New American Speakers Program (NASP) – Cohort 10 is a fully funded, online training initiative designed to empower refugees and immigrants in the United States to become confident public speakers and storytellers. It provides structured instruction in public speaking, storytelling, advocacy, and leadership, plus opportunities to engage with audiences through Storytelling Nights and a network of future speaking opportunities.

Certificate of completion, official membership in the Refugee Storytellers Collective, access to a network of speaking opportunities, and connections with event organizers and platforms.

Applicants must be refugees or immigrants currently based in the United States and seeking to improve public speaking and advocacy skills.

Complete the online application form; provide detailed responses about experiences and goals; participate in a Zoom interview if shortlisted.