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2019 World Council Scholarship Application
The World YWCA Council is the largest gathering of YWCA members from all around the world. It is a time for membership engagement, decision-making, reflections and networking.
Five scholarships, up to $3,500 each, will be awarded to individuals that are formally affiliated with YWCA as a staff member or volunteer. At least two of the scholarships will be awarded to women under the age of 30 at the time of the World YWCA Council. The scholarship process is competitive. Recipients will be selected by the Global Relations Committee of the YWCA USA Board of Directors. The scholarship includes the registration fee, travel expenses, and a per diem for reasonable expenses. Scholarship recipients will be reimbursed for expenses incurred within the per diem.
Eligibility Requirements for Scholarship Applicants:
1) Must serve in a staff or an active volunteer capacity within the YWCA network for more than 1 year at the time the application is submitted.
2) A valid and current passport; exceptions with in reason will be made (please email Ljoseph@ywca.org for additional info).
3) The ability to travel internationally between November 15 through November 25, 2019
In addition to completing the application below, please submit:
1) A cover letter indicating your interest in receiving a scholarship to attend World Council
2) Your resume/CV
3) A formal endorsement from a your local association ED, CEO or Board Chair or the World Service Council member
Please submit supporting documents to Ljoseph@ywca.org no later than Friday, August 23, 2019.