The Civil Society Leadership Awards (CSLA) provide fully funded 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.
CSLA directly assists future leaders in countries where civil society is challenged by a deficit of democratic practice in local governance and social development.
WORTH
Awards are available for master’s degree study in the following fields at host universities across the world:
- communications and media
- culture, history, and society
- development studies
- economics
- education management and leadership
- environment and natural resource management
- human rights and/or gender studies
- law (including human rights law)
- politics and international studies
- public health policy and health management
- public policy and administration
- social work and social policy
ELIGIBILITY
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Be a citizen of one of the shortlisted eligible country
- Demonstrate maturity, flexibility, and civil society leadership potential
- Have excellent academic records and an earned bachelor’s degree before applying
- Have proficiency in the language of instruction (English, German, or French) at a level required for admission by partner universities, as evidenced by standardized language test scores
- Be able to participate in an intensive academic writing program in July or August 2017 and start their degree program in August or September 2017
- Be able to receive and maintain a visa or study permit as required by the host country
- Demonstrate a clear commitment to return to their home country or region to continue supporting open society development.
DEADLINE: September 15 2016
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