The Elizabeth Henry Scholarship for Communities and Environmental Health is a scholarship awarded to graduate students in Canada who are conducting research in the field of environmental health and its impact on communities.
The scholarship was established in memory of Elizabeth Henry, a prominent environmental activist who was passionate about improving the health of communities and the environment. It is awarded annually by the Elizabeth Henry Scholarship Society, a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting research in environmental health.
About the scholarship:
- Host University: Canada Universities;
- Host Country: Canada;
- Study Level: PhD Level;
- Scholarship Worth: 4,000$;
- Scholarship Type: Partial Funding;
- Eligible Countries: International Students;
- Subjects Available: Environment, Environmental Health;
- Application Deadline: 05/10/2023.
The scholarship is open to Canadian citizens and permanent residents who are pursuing graduate studies in environmental health or a related field, such as environmental science, public health, or community development. Applicants must be enrolled in a Canadian university or college and must have completed at least one year of graduate studies at the time of application.
The scholarship is valued at $4,000 CAD and is intended to support research that has a direct impact on communities and the environment. Applicants must demonstrate their commitment to improving the health of communities and the environment through their research proposal and academic achievements.
Applications for the Elizabeth Henry Scholarship for Communities and Environmental Health are typically due in the spring of each year, and the scholarship is awarded in the fall.
Eligibility:
To be eligible for the Elizabeth Henry Scholarship for Communities and Environmental Health in Canada, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Citizenship or permanent residency: Applicants must be Canadian citizens or permanent residents.
- Graduate studies: Applicants must be enrolled in a Canadian university or college and must have completed at least one year of graduate studies at the time of application.
- Field of study: Applicants must be conducting research in the field of environmental health or a related field, such as environmental science, public health, or community development.
- Research proposal: Applicants must submit a research proposal that has a direct impact on communities and the environment, and demonstrates their commitment to improving the health of communities and the environment.
- Academic achievements: Applicants must demonstrate strong academic achievements and a commitment to environmental activism and community health through their academic record and other relevant experiences.
How to apply:
To apply for this scholarship, you must complete an online application form that includes your basic contact information, details about your previous experience, and a description of your proposed project (maximum 750 words).
In addition to the application form, you must submit several supporting documents, including digital copies of your undergraduate and, if applicable, graduate transcripts. You must also arrange for two signed letters of reference to be sent directly from your academic supervisor and another academic, employer, or community partner reference, both on official letterhead, that evaluate your capabilities and/or the significance and feasibility of your research project.
There are no specific admission requirements for the scholarship, but applicants must have English language skills.
- Go to the official website, create an account and provide your personal information, such as your full name, contact details, and educational background.
- Write a project description of no more than 750 words. The description should outline the objectives, research methodologies, and expected outcomes of your proposed research project.
- Attach digital copies of your undergraduate transcript and graduate courses transcript (if applicable).
- Ask two individuals, including your academic supervisor and an academic, employer, or community partner, to provide a signed letter of reference on official letterhead. The letters should evaluate your capabilities and/or the significance and feasibility of your research project and should not exceed 500 words. Each referee should send their letter directly to the scholarship committee via email.
- Review your application and make sure all the information provided is accurate and complete before submitting.
- Submit your application on or before the deadline, May 10, 2023.
After submission, the scholarship committee will evaluate all applications and notify successful applicants through the Fraser Basin Council. If awarded, the scholarship comes with a monetary award of $4,000 to support the successful candidate’s research project.
Official website:
For more details, please visit the official website: https://www.grad.ubc.ca/awards/elizabeth-henry-scholarship-communities-environmental-health
