STUDENT MEDIA GRANT PROGRAM (SMGP)

Application Deadline: November 30, 2023  

LOCATION: USA

The Program on Conflict and Development (ConDev) at Texas A&M University is accepting applications for its annual Student Media Grant Program, offering Aggies and others an opportunity to highlight the human stories behind major global issues. This year (2023-2024) ConDev is cooperating with the Department of Hospitality, Hotel Management and Tourism, to focus on the role that hospitality and tourism plays in the mediation of conflict worldwide.

ELIGIBILITY:

This year, the application is open to any student from any accredited university in the world.

The program is open to undergraduate and graduate students currently enrolled at any accredited university worldwide. Students graduating in 2023 are also eligible to apply. 

Each grant winner is expected to spend a minimum of two months during 2024 engaged in and documenting through photography and associated written or verbal commentary an issue that reflects the challenges faced by fragile and conflict-affected nations through the lens of tourism and/or hospitality. 

BENEFIT:

Those selected for the program will receive up to $5,000 to travel to any location they choose, domestic or international, as long as they secure proper approval from their university and any other relevant entities.

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YALE YOUNG AFRICAN SCHOLARS 

Application Deadline: 25 January 2024.

LOCATION: USA

Yale Young African Scholars(YYAS) is an intensive academic and enrichment program designed for African secondary school students who plan to pursue tertiary education and wish to make meaningful impact as young leaders on the continent.

ELIGIBILITY:

Age: You must be between the ages of 14-18 years old on 18 July 2024 in order to be considered. Please note that a typical YYAS student is between the ages of 16-17

English: You must be able to participate in a rigorous academic curriculum conducted in English.

Citizenship: You must be a citizen or permanent resident of an African country. YYAS will also accept applications from refugees living in an African country.

School location: You must currently attend school in an African country.

Grade Level: You must be a current 10th or 11th grade student (or the international equivalents).

BENEFIT:

In 2024, YYAS will offer an online program option and a residential program option. There are no tuition costs for participation in either programThe YYAS Workshop will offer admission to ~200 students, and is open to students across all countries in Africa.

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