In this post, we will feed you with detailed information on all you need to know about the Gbowee Peace Foundation Scholarship for Women, such as the level and feed of study of the program, its eligibility, benefit, how to apply, and the application deadline.

About Scholarship

The candidate should be aware that this scholarship is the University’s investment in the sustained growth of an individual and the betterment of a community at large. The candidate should indicate how she will use the studying abroad experience and the postgraduate qualification to locally or globally promote holistic transformation, facilitate equal access to opportunities for all and encourage a peaceful, reconciled and empowered population in her home country.

Level/Field of Study

Gbowee Peace Foundation Scholarship is a master’s degree program that is available for all fields of study. Anybody studying any field is eligible to apply for this Leymah Gbowee Scholarship 2022.

Host Nationality

Leymah Gbowee Scholarship is hosted and taken in Scotland, UK. You can check out other UK scholarships

Eligible Nationality

Leymah Gbowee Scholarship is for Liberia, Nigeria, or Ghana students. You can also check our scholarship by country category for more scholarship updates. A must-read if you want to win this award: 15 Important Tips on Winning a Scholarship

Scholarship Worth

Up to a total of £20,000 for Tuition and living expenses will be awarded to winners of this Leymah Gbowee Scholarship 

Eligibility for Gbowee Peace Foundation Scholarship 2022

Criteria for awarding the scholarship is as follows:

The applicant must be a Liberian, Nigerian, Ghanaian country national citizenThe applicant must be permanently resident in Liberia, Nigeria or Ghana at the time of applicationThe applicant must be femaleApplicants will be selected on the basis of their merit and potential evidenced by their personal statement.

The awards will be given to students who are undertaking a one-year taught master’s program at the University of Dundee, in the academic year 2023 (January 2022 entry). Applicants should already have been offered a place at the University of Dundee and should have firmly accepted that offer or be intending to do so. We have a full list of our postgraduate courses, including details of how to apply, online. Selection Criteria: 

Preference will be given to a candidate who has shown evidence of upholding the ethos of the Gbowee Peace Foundation Africa through sustained personal growth, involvement in community development, and a strong commitment to the advancement and education of women and youth in her home country.It is recommended that the candidate provide examples or a personal narrative that highlights leadership qualities, personal fortitude, and active participation in developing meaningful opportunities that lead to the social, educational, and/or spiritual advancement of the disadvantaged.The successful candidate should be prepared to use the scholarship not only as an educational experience but also as a chance to become immersed in another culture while fostering an understanding of her own country and culture amongst students and the local community of Dundee.The applying candidate should address how she hopes to become involved in University or local societies, activities, and/or organizations, and how she will support discourse about issues women face globally.

How to Apply for Gbowee Peace Foundation Scholarship 2022

Download the Gbowee Peace Foundation Africa Scholarship Application Form (Applicants will also be required to provide proof of their African citizenship and permanent residence)

Gbowee Peace Foundation Scholarship 2022 Application Deadline

The Gbowee Peace Foundation Scholarship application closes on 13th November, Annually.

Visit the Scholarship Webpage for details Award Provider: University of Dundee and Gbowee Peace Foundation.

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