EMPOWERMENT THROUGH EDUCATION:TWA Specialized Studies Fellowship for Women (2011-2012 academic year)
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Introduction: In its 52nd year since its inception, TWA's hopes and aspirations are continuing to progress valiantly. Through our courageous campaigns, TWA continues to excel in the global arena. With over 56 established chapters worldwide, TWA has actively pursued a global initiative for the future. To achieve this audacious initiative, TWA strives to educate a new generation of Tibetan women and offering university fellowships is a step towards achieving this goal. It is imperative to support and educate young Tibetan women and empower them with the right impetus to "stand strong" and serve as powerful examples for Tibet.
Rationale: Many talented and bright Tibetan women want to embark on a specialized or career-oriented field of study. Unfortunately, due to lack of financial backing and proper career guidance, many Tibetan women have lagged behind in this endeavor. It is because of this underlying situation that the TWA has initiated a ' Specialized Studies Fellowship Program for Women.' The fellowship will cover the tuition fee and the living costs.
This program was inspired by H. H. the Dalai Lama's encouragement of Tibetan women to excel in their field of study and contribute to the Tibetan populace in a constructive and positive way. In honor of the 51st National Tibetan Women's Uprising Day, TWA launched the 'Fellowship program' on March 12, 2010. For the first academic year, the PhD fellowship was endowed to Lobsang Yangtso, who is currently enrolled in Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) for a PhD in Chinese Studies. For the second academic year (2011-2012), TWA is announcing Fellowships for 7 students: 2 for Bachelors program, 3 for Masters program and 2 for PhD program.
The fellowship program will be a dream-run for the TWA and a bright feather in our cap. It will provide funding for Tibetan women who seek to secure an admission into reputed colleges/ universities (see recommended list below).
Fields of Study: Applicants for the Bachelors and Masters program will have to choose from one of the following fields of study: (1) Women's Studies, (2) Human Rights, (3) Media and Communication, (4) Environmental Studies, (5) Film-making Studies, (6) Governmental Policy Studies (7) Gynecology studies, (8) Technology Studies, (9) B.Sc.,B.Ed. and M.Sc., M.Ed, and (10) Computer Application. Applicants for the PhD fellowships can apply for any field of study.
The fellowship program is binding in a sense that the 'women awardees / recipients' will have to, upon the completion of their studies, work either in TWA or with the Tibetan Community in exile. Executive and staff members working at TWA at the time of enforcement of the fellowship and their immediate and close family members are not eligible to apply for this prestigious fellowship program.
How to apply: The aspiring candidates will have to submit the following:
A personal statement on 'Why you deserve the Fellowship' (350-500 words)
A letter of recommendation from someone in the academic field who is familiar with your academic pursuits
Curriculum Vitae
Consolidated mark-sheets of your class twelve (for Bachelors program), Bachelors (for Master's program) and Master's (for PhD program)
Attested copies of your Registration Certificate (RC) and Green Book
Conditions of Acceptance:
The last date for submission is: June 1st, 2011 for Bachelors and Masters program
July 1st 2011 for PhD program
The fellowship selection committee will select the top two candidates for the Bachelor's fellowship, top three for the Master's fellowship and top two for the PhD fellowship.
The Fellowship Selection Committee consists of:
Kasur Rinchen Khado (founding president of Tibetan Women's Association and the current director of Tibetan Nuns Project)
Gyari Dolma (Deputy Speaker of Tibetan Parliament in Exile)
Dr. B.Tsering Yeshi (former president of Tibetan Women's Association)
Sonam Dolkar (Principal, Upper TCV School)
Dolkar Lhamo Kirti (president of Tibetan Women's Association)
Ground Rules for Compliance: You are eligible to receive the Scholarship only after your admission is guaranteed in one of the following listed universities or colleges. You are not allowed to receive scholarship or financial support from any other sources. We will verify with all the Scholarship Providers. In case of breach of the any of the above conditions, your scholarship will be cancelled and a fine levied on you.
There is no age Limit:
email contact twa@tibetanwomen.org / tibwomen@gmail.com
TWA's Mailing Address
To
The President
Tibetan Women's Association
Central Executive Committe
Bhagsunath Road
P.O. Mcleod Ganj
Dharamsala 176219 , Kangra, HP
India
Ph; 01892-221527 / 221704
LIST OF COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES THAT TWA RECOMMENDS ps note that it is not mandatory to secure admission in the listed colleges and universities.
COURSE;WOMEN STUDIES
1. TATA INSTITUE OF SOCIAL SCIENCE www.tiss.edu
2. ISABELLA THOBORN COLLEGE www.itcollege.ac.in
COURSE; HUMAN RIGHTS / INTERNATIONAL STUDIES
1. JAMIA MILLAI UNIVERSITY www.jmi.nic.in
2. JAWAHARLAL NEHRU UNIVERSITY www.jnu.ac.in
3. STELLA MARIS COLLEGE, CHENNAI www.iimmdelhi.com
COURSE; MEDIA AND COMMUNICATION
1. MUMBAI EDUCATION TRUST (MET) www.met.edu
2. AMITY UNIVERSITY (Amity School of Communication) www.amity.edu
3. INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF MASS MEDIA www.iimmdelhi.com
4. UNIVERSITY OF PUNE www.unipune.ernet.in
5.THE XAVIER INSTITUTE OF COMMUNICATIONS www.xaviercomm.org
6.SYMBIOSIS INSTITUTE OF MEDIA AND COMMUNICATION www.simc.edu
7.JAMIA MILLIA UNIVERSITY www.jmi.nic.in
8. MANIPAL UNIVERSITY, MANGALORE www.manipal.edu
COURSE; ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
1. TERI UNIVERSITY www.teriuniversity.ac.in
2. AMITY UNIVERSITY (Amity School of Environmental Science) www.amity.edu
3. UNIVERSITY OF PUNE www.unipune.ernet.in
COURSE;FILM MAKING STUDIES
1. AMITY UNIVERSITY (Amity School of Communication) www.amity.edu
2.THE XAVIER INSTITUTE OF COMMUNICATIONS www.xaviercomm.org
COURSE;GOVERNMENT POLICY
1. TERI UNIVERSITY www.teriuniversity.ac.in
2.UNIVERSITY OF PUNE www.unipune.ernet.in
COURSE; GYNECOLOGY STUDIES 1.ADICHUNCHANAGIRI INSTITUTE OF MEDICAL SCIENCES www.bgsaims.com
2.AL-AMEEN MEDICAL COLLEGE www.alameenmedical.org
3.MEDICAL COLLEGE BARODA www.medicalcollegebaroda.edu.in
SPONSORS:TWA Specialized Studies Fellowship for Women (2011-2012 academic year)
The Tibetan Women's Association is thankful to the sponsors of the TWA Specialized Studies Fellowship for Women (2011-2012 academic year). Your contribution had made the launching of this year's program a huge success.
1. Seed money from Tibetan Women's Association is Rs. Five Lakh (Rs. 5,00,000)
2. A Philanthropist based in Australia who wishes to remain anonymous has contributed Indian Rupees Seven Lakh Eighty Thousand (Rs. 7, 84,000)
3. Doma Lama has pledged Indian Rupees Three Lakh (Rs. 3,00,000)
A brief profile: Doma lama was born in Tibet, Ngari region (Shungru Karkang) in the family of Dankar Namsey. She left tibet with her family after the Chinese invasion, since then she has been living in Nepal. She got married in Nepal and has three children and a grandson. Doma has been involved in carpet business for a long time and since 2006 she has been involved in the hydropower business in Nepal. Doma being a pious woman takes much interest in religious activities and also devotes lot of her time in social activities. Two years ago she joined the Tibetan woman association in Kathmandu since then she has been actively involved in the association.
4. The Tibetan Women's Association Ontario has contributed Indian Rupees Two Lakh Thirty One Thousand Five Hundred (2, 31,500)
5. Dr. Ramnath Prasa a member of Friends of TWA (FOTWA) has contributed Indian Rupees Twenty Six Thousand (Rs. 26,000)
6. Susana Vega has contributed Indian Rupees Twenty Two Thousand One Hundred and Fifty Nine (Rs. 22,159)
A brief profile: Susana Vega leads student of life, currently employed as a nurse, and hoping to be useful to people along the way. Susan shares a deep love for her family, friends, neurotic dog, and chubby cat. She swims and reads as often as she can and attempts to live life with no regrets. A recent visit to Dharamsala left a strong impression and she hopes to be of use to the Tibetan people, particularly women, now and more so in the future.
7. Valerie Hellerman has contributed Indian Rupees Four Thousand Four Hundred ( Rs.4400)
8. RTWA Nanital has contributed Indian Rupees Three Thousand (Rs. 3000)
We appreciate more contributions from generous donors.
RESULTS:TWA Specialized Studies Fellowship for Women: 2011-2012
The members of the Selection Committee met again on July 8 and finalized the awardees for the 2011 TWA Specialized Studies Fellowship for Tibetan Women.
Osel Lhamo, pursuing her undergraduate degree in Bio Technology, bagged the fellowship for Bachelors program.
Tenzin Lhamo, pursuing graduate studies in Politics with specialization in International Relations from Jawaharlal Nehru, received the fellowship for Masters program.
Dechen Palmo pursuing graduate studies in International Relations from Stella Maris College in Chennai, was awarded the fellowship for Masters program.
Lobsang Yangtso, studying for a PhD in China Studies, is continuing her second year at Jawaharlal Nehru University under the fellowship for PhD program.
TWA extends its heartfelt congratulations to the recipients of these fellowships and wishes them the very best of luck with their academic pursuits.