PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
Faculty for the Future fellowships are awarded to women from developing and emerging economies who are preparing for PhD or post-doctoral study in the physical sciences, engineering, or related disciplines to pursue advanced graduate study at top universities in their disciplines abroad.

Launched by the Schlumberger Foundation in 2004, Faculty for the Future has grown to become a community of 142 women from 43 countries.

The long-term goal of the Faculty for the Future program is to generate conditions that result in more women pursuing scientific disciplines. Grant recipients are therefore selected as much for their leadership capabilities as for their scientific talents, and they are expected to return to their home countries to continue their academic careers and inspire other young women.
WHO MAY APPLY
Applicants must meet the following criteria:

Be a woman;
Be a citizen of a developing country;
Wish to pursue a PhD degree or Post-doctoral research in the physical sciences or related disciplines;
Have applied to, have been admitted to, or are currently enrolled in a university abroad;
Wish to return to their home country to continue their academic career upon completion of their studies;
Be very committed to teaching and demonstrate active participation in faculty life and outreach work to encourage young women into the sciences;
Hold an excellent academic record.

REQUIREMENTS
Applications are only accepted through the on-line system www.fftf.slb.com. Note that the on-line system will be open from September 1st to November 30th 2010.
A successful application will have gone through five selection rounds, with the reviewers paying particular attention to the following criteria:

Academic performance;
Quality of references;
Quality of host country university;
Level of commitment to return to home country;
Commitment to teaching;
Relevance of research to home country;
Commitment to inspiring young women into the sciences.

SCHOLARSHIP
Faculty for the Future grants are in the range of USD 25,000 to 50,000 per year—maximum USD 40,000 for postdoctoral studies— and may be renewed through to completion of studies subject to performance, self-evaluation, and recommendations from supervisors. The amount of the grant depends on the actual costs of studying and living in the chosen location.

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

The Foreign Scholarships/Training Program (FSTP) is a component of the Official Development Assistance (ODA) extended to the Philippines by foreign donor countries, the objective of which is to enhance the capabilities of institutions in accordance with the national development thrusts and strategies.
The FSTP is planned and negotiated annually with the donors based on the identified training needs of agencies/institutions. It consists of degree and non-degree, academic and non-academic short-term courses.

WHO MAY APPLY

All Filipino citizens employed in either the government or private sector institutions including those working with non-government organizations may avail of foreign scholarship grants provided:
A. The following basic requirements are met:
• Must not have any pending administrative or criminal charges;
• Must be physically and mentally fit to undergo training;
• Must have a permanent or regular status of appointment, except for project-related courses;
• Must meet the educational requirements of the program;
• Must have at least two years of working experience, the last two years of which is with the nominating institution at the time of nomination;
• Must not have pending application for scholarships in another program or has completed the return service obligation from previous scholarship, if any.
B. The nominee passes the pre-selection criteria;
C. The nominee meets specific donor country requirements.

PROCEDURES
The general procedures are as follows:
A. The nominee shall be endorsed by the head or deputized official of the agency/organization, both government and private sectors.
B. The nomination of candidates from regional agencies shall be coursed through its central office.
C. The documentary requirements for nominees coming from Luzon and Metro Manila areas shall be submitted before the deadline indicated in the CHED invitation to the agency to the CHED International Affairs Service (IAS), or CHED Regional Office in Cebu in the case of Visayas nominees, and in Davao for Mindanao nominees. These may be sent either through regular mail or messengerial pouches.
D. The date of personal interview is indicated in the CHED invitation letter. Nominees are required to confirm with CHED-IAS or Regional Screening Committees (Cebu or Davao) the exact time two days prior to interview schedule.
E. The nominee shall be informed immediately of the results on the same day of interview. Those who pass the pre-selection process shall be required to accomplish and submit to the CHED the donor’s nomination forms and other additional documentary requirements.
F. Upon receipt of an Embassy Note Verbale on an acceptance on non-acceptance of a nominee to a scholarship grant, the nominating agency shall be officially informed by the CHED of its nominee’s acceptance upon the latter’s receipt of notice from the donor’s embassy. The accepted nominee shall then prepare his/her travel documents in coordination with the IAS.

CONTACT INFORMATION

For further information, please contact
Commission on Higher Education
International Affairs Service
HEDC Bldg., C.P. Garcia Ave., UP Diliman, Q.C.
Tel. Nos. +632-4410750 or +632-3854827
Email: ched_ias@gmail.com

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
The Open Society Fellowship supports individuals seeking innovative and unconventional approaches to fundamental open society challenges. The fellowship funds work that will enrich public understanding of those challenges and stimulate far-reaching and probing conversations within the Open Society Institute and in the world.

A fellowship project might identify a problem that has not previously been recognized, develop new policy ideas to address familiar problems, or offer a new advocacy strategy. Fellows should take advantage of the considerable intellectual and logistical resources of the Open Society Institute and expect to contribute meaningfully to OSI’s thinking in return.

WHO MAY APPLY
The Open Society Fellowship chooses its fellows from a diverse pool of applicants that includes journalists, activists, academics, and practitioners in a variety of fields. Applicants should possess a deep understanding of their chosen subject area and a track record of professional accomplishment.

The fellowship seeks “idea entrepreneurs” from across the world who are ready to challenge conventional wisdom. Successful applicants will be eager to exploit the many resources offered by OSI and be prepared to engage constructively with the global OSI community. Ideal fellows are specialists who can see beyond the parochialisms of their field and possess the tenacity to complete a project of exceptional merit.

REQUIREMENTS
All interested applicants should complete the online application form at https://oas.soros.org/oas and submit supporting materials for consideration. Please read the FAQs before applying. Applicants may submit a project proposal or other materials in a language other than English, as long as they also submit an English translation. Certified translations are strongly recommended.

Once the initial information has been entered, applicants receive login details and an ID number that allows them to make additions and revisions to the form until materials are submitted. The ID number should be quoted in any correspondence.

Applicants may mail their hard-copy materials to:

Open Society Fellowship
Open Society Institute
400 West 59th Street
New York, NY 10019

Note: Only applicants without Internet access may send an application by post. A PDF application form can be downloaded below. All others must apply online.

FELLOWSHIP SUPPORT
For a full-time fellow based in the U.S., the stipend ranges from $60,000 to $100,000. For fellows based in other countries, appropriate adjustments will be made to reflect the economic circumstances and costs of living in those countries. Stipends are based on several factors including work experience, seniority, prior earnings, and the proportion of time committed to the fellowship. The stipend does not necessarily equal the applicant’s current salary. In certain cases, fellows will receive additional financial support to enable them to meet the residency expectation.

In most cases, OSI provides fellows with communications support to convey their work to a broader audience and influence current debates. OSI also integrates fellows into its networks of individual and organizational partners and grantees.

OSI may cover additional project expenses such as travel (including airfare and hotel), visa costs, part-time research assistance, conference fees and health insurance. Fellowship expenses should not include operational or programmatic costs, such as employees and physical infrastructure. The purpose of the fellowship is to support individual fellows; therefore OSI will only cover individual expenses.

The fellowship does not fund enrollment for degree or non-degree study at academic institutions, including dissertation research.

CONTACT INFORMATION
Email: OSFellows@sorosny.org.

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
Faculty for the Future fellowships are awarded to women from developing and emerging economies who are preparing for PhD or post-doctoral study in the physical sciences, engineering, or related disciplines to pursue advanced graduate study at top universities in their disciplines abroad.

Launched by the Schlumberger Foundation in 2004, Faculty for the Future has grown to become a community of 110 women from 35 countries.

The long-term goal of the Faculty for the Future program is to generate conditions that result in more women pursuing scientific disciplines. Grant recipients are therefore selected as much for their leadership capabilities as for their scientific talents, and they are expected to return to their home countries to continue their academic careers and inspire other young women.

WHO MAY APPLY
Applicants must meet the following criteria:

* be a citizen of a developing or emerging country
* be preparing for PhD or post-doctoral study in the physical sciences or related disciplines
* have a proven track record of teaching experience
* can demonstrate active participation in faculty life and outreach work to encourage young women into the sciences
* hold an excellent academic record

REQUIREMENTS
To apply, please go to www.fftf.slb.com and register for an account. You will then receive your personal login details by e-mail to access the online application.

Please DO NOT register for an account before October 5, 2009.

FUNDING
Faculty for the Future grants are in the range of USD 25,000 to 50,000 per year, and may be renewed through to completion of studies subject to performance, self-evaluation, and recommendations from supervisors. The amount of the grant depends on the actual costs of studying and living in the chosen location.

DEADLINE
30 November 2009

CONTACT INFORMATION
www.slb.com

Women postgraduates are expected to hold a Doctoral degree in a field related to agriculture, agroforestry, biodiversity, biometrics, capacity building, climate change, ecology, economics, environmental policy, forestry, genetic resources, geography, hydrology, impact assessment, institutional strengthening, land degradation, marketing, natural products, natural resource management, or sociology.

Women Fellows under the programme may propose various arrangements to be engaged with the World Agroforestry Centre including secondment from their current institutes, job-sharing, regular employment contract at our headquarters or regular contract at one of our five regional centres. The minimum term for employment is two years. We also want to contribute to development of national research institutes and so willingly support “leave without pay” arrangements, as well as topics of mutual interest between ICRAF and the NARI.

Women Fellows will be assigned a senior scientific supervisor, and be a member of one or more Global Research Project or Regional Teams at ICRAF. Women Fellows will be expected to undertake an approved research study which will include publishing of their results and presentation at international fora. The request from the programme for each Fellow should cover salary, benefits, transport, women’s leadership courses, computing needs, office needs, travel and research expenses.

While candidates will not be excluded on the basis of age or nationality, a preference will be given to applicants below the age of forty five years and those from developing and/or investor countries.

Applications can be made via email: icrafhru@cgiar.org.

For more information, go to www.genderdiversity.cgiar.org/cast_the_net/funds_scholarships.asp

“The Lions International Youth Camp and Exchange Program is a unique cultural learning opportunity. Most exchanges last about four to six weeks.

Participants of the Lions International Youth Camp and Exchange Program must:

* be between the ages of 15 and 22.
* be sponsored by a Lions club
* have a basic knowledge of the language of the host country.
* be suitable to represent their community, sponsor Lions club, and country.
* be willing to accept the customs of another culture.
* provide proof of health, medical, travel insurance, and a liability release agreement.

Costs and Travel Arrangements
Travel arrangements for participants are usually made between the Lions youth camp and exchange chairpersons in the sponsor and host countries. Details are passed to sponsor/host Lions clubs and participants.

Financial arrangements for transportation costs (including actual fares, insurance, airport fees, customs duties, and layover or overnight fees) are the responsibility of the sponsor Lions club. Some camps require a camp fee. Costs may be paid by the sponsor Lions club, by the participant, the participant’s family, or a combination of these sources. If you will need to raise funds, ask your sponsor Lions club for an acceptance letter and other materials that will help you explain the program to donors.

Arrangements for food and lodging are covered by the host Lions club, during and exchange.

Participants are responsible for personal expenses (approximately US$75 per week) such as phone calls home, souvenirs, etc.

Exchanges: Host family stays can be arranged in any of the more than 190 countries in which Lions clubs exist. Most exchanges last between four and six weeks and the participant (ages 15 to 21) stays with one or more host families. Participants experience life as part of the host family and enjoy excursions with the host Lions club.

Camps: One or two week long camps bring together young people (ages 16 to 22) from around the world. Camps usually include a host family stay (exchange) that lasts between one and four weeks. More than 100 Lions youth camps in about 39 countries are held each year. Activities vary and can include visits to places of historic or natural interest, sports, and country presentations by camp participants.”

For more information, contact your local Lions Club or go to http://www.lionsclubs.org

“The Reebok Human Rights Fellowship offers students a unique opportunity to gain practical experience in the field of human rights alongside international human rights leaders. Participating fellows will have the opportunity to develop skills in human rights work with either an organization connected to a Reebok Human Rights Award winner or Amnesty International USA (AIUSA). Fellowships will be awarded to 8-12 outstanding students.

Students must be 18-25 year old students of any nationality attending school in the U.S. or U.S. citizens aged 18-25 studying abroad.

Fellowship projects typically last from four to six weeks during the months of June-August 2008.

AIUSA will cover the cost of air travel, accommodation and, for overseas fellowships, appropriate insurance up to a maximum of $2,500. Fellows will need to fund other costs incurred such as domestic travel, food and telephone calls.

Host organizations are based in the United States and abroad and include organizations which are connected to Reebok Human Rights Award winners and AIUSA. All organizations share AIUSA’s human rights goals. Successful applicants will be informed of the organization they will work for and its location by the end of April 2008.

Applicants have the opportunity to state whether they would participate in a fellowship posting overseas or a domestic fellowship posting.

The fellowship will not fund internships or projects students arrange for themselves.

Doing human rights work can occasionally be challenging, both physically and mentally, and may, in some circumstances, require fellows to perform their duties in difficult situations. Applicants must not only be in good health, but must also be able to work in such circumstances and be willing to accept the risks associated with them.

Fellows will not be posted to areas of countries where there are ongoing conflicts and fellows posted internationally will be helped with identifying suitable accommodation. AIUSA will assist all fellows with preparing for their fellowship so that they have a safe and rewarding experience.

Applicants can express a preference for the particular issue they would like to work on from the choices given on the application form. However, it is not guaranteed that successful applicants will be invited to work on their first choice human rights issue.

The fellowship will not fund internships or projects students arrange for themselves.

The projects fellows work on vary but all share a focus on promoting human rights. A typical project will include research and opportunities to develop activist skills. All of the host organizations have goals which are in line with AIUSA?s campaigns. Find out more about AIUSA’s campaigns to denounce torture, abolish the death penalty, stop violence against women, stop the violence in Darfur, release prisoners of conscience and secure economic, social and cultural rights for all.

In some instances more than one fellow will be posted to a host organization.

A panel of human rights experts will consider a variety of factors when reviewing applications, including:

* Relevant skills, knowledge and experience that applicants can offer to host organizations promoting human rights.
* Examples are the ability to work and effectively communicate in diverse settings, problem solving skills and the ability to cope with challenges and use initiative.
* It is recommended that applicants provide examples from their experience which demonstrate these competencies.
* A demonstrated commitment to human rights activism and upholding human rights.
* An imaginative and effective post fellowship human rights education project outline (see more below).
* Skills outlined in applicant’s resume including academic performance.
* References.

Reebok fellows will be required to share their fellowship experience through human rights education work during the semester following the fellowship. Applicants are asked to provide an outline of a creative human rights education project which they would like to organize at their schools, in their communities or online and explain why they believe it would persuade young people to respect, promote and defend human rights. Examples include speaking engagements, activities for students in school (e.g. middle and high school), publications and online activities. Find out more about AIUSA’s human rights education work at www.aiusa.org/education

Your reference letter should be written and signed by a teacher, professor or work supervisor (including the supervisor of relevant voluntary work). They should provide a recommendation detailing why you are a strong candidate for the fellowship.

Successful applicants are notified by the end of April 2008.

Students may download the application available at: www.aiusa.org/reebok

For more information, email reebok@aiusa.org

Or contact

Reebok Fellowship Coordinator
AIUSA National Student and Youth Program
600 Pennsylvania Ave, SE, 5th Floor
Washington, DC 20003

Telephone: 202/544-0200 x 526

In your request please include your name, address, phone number and e-mail address.”

“The Robert S. McNamara Fellowships Program provides support to young researchers working in academic and research institutions from developing countries, and preparing a doctoral thesis in a subject related to development.

Research grants cover residence costs in a university or research center in a member country of the World Bank other than the home country or country of residence of the candidate. Fellowships are awarded for a period of five to ten months and must be completed between July 2008 and June 2009. The maximum amount of the grant is US$25,000.

For more information, go to www.worldbank.org/scholarships or mail

The World Bank
Robert S. McNamara Fellowships Program
MSN J2-204
1818 H St. NW Washington DC, 20433, USA
email: rsm_fellowships@ worldbank. org
fax: 1-202-522-4036″

“The WLS Selection Committee awards four to eight scholarships per year, up to US$25,000 per academic year for a maximum of two years. The awards help the recipients meet the costs of tuition, fees, books, educational supplies, housing, maintenance, and travel to and from the home country and the educational institution. WLS awards are paid directly to the institution in a student’s account. For foreign women intending to study at U.S. universities, WLS funding for expenses other than tuition and books is subject to a 14% U.S. tax.

Eligible candidates include women leaders from the Global South and/or from indigenous groups who also meet all the following criteria:

1. They are committed to grassroots organizing and the needs of their communities or indigenous group.

2. They have proof of a bachelor’s or a higher degree.

3. They have at least three years of work experience dealing with critical human rights concerns, and other social, educational, environmental, health or economic conditions that negatively affect their communities.

4. They have been accepted into a non-doctoral graduate program at an accredited university for full-time study/research related to their work experience in human rights, sustainable development, and/or public health.

5. They can show evidence of financial need for educational support.

6. They intend to return to their home countries to work, utilizing training and research acquired in the study program.

WLS pre-applications for the 2008-2009 academic year will be available beginning Jan. 1 through March 14, 2008 on the website or by request from info@nativeleaders.org.

Pre-applications received after March 14, 2008 will not be considered.”

“Funded in part by contributions from ASIL members, Helton Fellowships provide financial assistance in the form of “micro-grants” for law students and young professionals to pursue field work and research on significant issues involving international law, human rights, humanitarian affairs, and related areas.

Helton Fellowship micro-grants are intended to ensure that these individuals have access to modest amounts of funding that can often stand between them and their first professional opportunities to become effective practitioners, experts, and scholars of international law.

Fellows will undertake their project between April 2008 and August 2008 in association with an established educational institution, international organization, or non-governmental organization working in areas related to international law, human rights, and humanitarian affairs. ASIL does not assist in securing organizational sponsoring for Fellows.

Fellows must be willing to share their fellowship experiences upon their return, usually by writing a reflection paper available to others to read.

Eligibility Guidelines/Qualifications: Applicants can be of any nationality but must be current law students or have graduated from law school no earlier than December 2005. As mentioned above, the successful applicant’s proposal will involve affiliation with an NGO or human rights organization; applicants should have contacted the sponsoring organization to discuss their proposal prior to applying for the Helton Fellowship. In acknowledgment of Arthur Helton’s commitment to human rights advocacy in the field, preferential consideration may be given to proposals demonstrating a significant fieldwork component. Application submissions are limited to one per person.

Awards will be made by March 24, 2008.

Application Requirements:

* Completed application form (submitted online)
* Writing Sample (2-3 pages)
* Current CV or resume
* Evidence of law student status and/or date of graduation from a law school
* Two letters of support

See more instructions and information at http://www.asil.org