Established in 2006, in memory of Elizabeth Massey, a young lawyer and member of CFUW whose life was greatly enriched by her love of the creative arts.
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The Leadership Development Programme (LEAD) is an entry point for young development professionals interested in a career with UNDP. It provides qualified individuals exciting opportunities to develop their experience, knowledge and skills and to serve as ...
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GLi is a pioneering leader in developing study abroad programs, academic internships and research projects on Food Systems and Sustainability. GLi works actively with professors, professionals, farmers, entrepreneurs and designers to create and develop sp ...
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The ACLS Scholarship for Healthcare Providers can support applicants in their studies, helping them complete medical school, and get a head start on their careers.
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The Foundation supports undergraduate college/ university Silver or Gold Award Girl Scouts who plan to study abroad, irrespective of major/minor.
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International Relief Friendship Fund (IRFF) has carried out numerous international relief programmes over the years. Projects have included work in the education, medical and development sectors. Youth Volunteer Camps carry out similar projects. Contact t ...
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The Luce Scholars Program is a nationally competitive fellowship program. It was launched by the Henry Luce Foundation in 1974 to enhance the understanding of Asia among potential leaders in American society.
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Community partners and volunteer groups live and work together and are co-beneficiaries in programs that promote increased understanding, self-sustainability, and quality of life.
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For more than 30 years, Exodus Travels' adventurous spirit has kept them on the look-out for fresh itineraries, off-the-beaten-track destinations and fantastic settings specifically selected for chosen activities, yet always with the strongest emphasis on ...
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Every year, NWAC coordinates the Helen Bassett Commemorative Award granted to four young Aboriginal women and made possible by the generous donation of Helen Bassett. Helen Bassett was an Ontario artist and an amazing woman who tried to make a difference ...
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Activities: Volunteering in Vietnam organic farming offer you a great chance to immerse yourself in rustic natural beauty and peaceful countryside. Participants have the opportunity to experience authentic local culture by staying with locals as well as j ...
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Calling all filmmakers! Do you want to make a positive change abroad this summer? Or are you a traveler interested in learning visual storytelling techniques using media? This summer you could create a short documentary film with us in Cambodia, Guatemala ...
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World Expeditions offers hundreds of small-sized group adventures. They cover all continents, and have all sorts of adventure travel for all abilities and all ages. Participants have the option of traveling in a group or privately. Types of adventures off ...
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Projects Abroad sends volunteers abroad to 29 countries to do over 200 different internships and service projects. Since being founded in 1992, we have grown to a team of 450 people around the world that sends nearly 7500 volunteers annually. Volunteers c ...
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To recognize students participating in the National Security Education Program (NSEP) funded award, which focuses on study abroad in areas of the world that are critical to US interests and underrepresented in study abroad.
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Whitaker International Fellows and Scholars Program sends young Biomedical Engineers, anywhere outside the U.S. or Canada for one or more of the following activities:
conducting academic or scientific research in a university or laboratory or
pursuing cou ...
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International Partnership for Service-Learning and Leadership (IPSL) programmes unite academic learning with volunteer service to the community. IPSL programs offer academic, credit-bearing courses combined with amazing service-learning opportunities in H ...
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A scholarship established in honor of AIA Past President Elizabeth Bartman to assist graduate students or those who have recently completed a master’s degree with the expenses associated with participating in a museum internship either in the United State ...
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The Bamboo Project Powered by GVN is the next step in independent volunteering and adventure travel. We're dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what responsible tourism is all about. Our dedicated team, consisting of the perfect mix of international tra ...
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This fellowship, established in 1952, honours Margaret McWilliams, first CFUW President (1919-1923), who dedicated her life to furthering the status of women through improved access to higher education and the active involvement of women in public life.
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