The Civil Society Leadership Awards (CSLA) granted by Open Society Foundations provide fully-funded scholarships for master’s degree study to individuals who clearly demonstrate academic and professional excellence and a deep commitment to leading positive social change in their communities.
Awards are available for study in the following areas:
- Communications, Journalism & Media
- Culture, History & Society
- Development Studies
- Economics
- Education Management & Leadership
- Environment & Natural Resource Management
- Gender Studies
- Human Rights
- Law (including Human Rights law)
- Politics & International Studies
- Public Health Policy & Health Management
- Public Administration
- Public Policy
- Social Policy
- Social Work
WORTH
CSLA provide financial and administrative support for the following:
- Pre-academic preparation via summer schools
- Program-related travel
- Tuition and mandatory university fees
- Monthly stipend for room, board and other living expenses
- Accident and sickness insurance during the program
- Funds for educational materials and professional development
- Attendance at a regional Scholarship Programs conference
- Accommodations during the application process and the duration of the grant for applicants with disabilities
The program does not support:
- Dependent family members
- Those currently enrolled in an international Master’s degree program with support from a scholarship or fellowship
- Employees involved in the administration of the Civil Society Leadership Award or their family members
ELIGIBILITY
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Demonstrate maturity, flexibility and civil society leadership potential
- Have a bachelor’s degree awarded before May 15, 2018 and an excellent academic record
- Demonstrate professional experience in a relevant area
- Demonstrate proficiency in the language of instruction (English, German or French) at a level required for admission by host universities
- Be able to participate in an intensive pre-academic summer school in July or August 2019 and start their degree program in August or September 2019
- Be able to receive and maintain a visa or study permit as required by the host country and
- Demonstrate a clear commitment to their home country or region in supporting open society development
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