WWF, the global conservation organization leading international efforts for a living planet, has instituted WWF Memorial Scholarships to honor the later conservation leaders who lost their lives in the tragic helicopter accident near Ghunsa, Taplejung on 23 September 2006.
WWF Nepal calls for application for WWF Memorial Scholarships 2023/24 from promising Nepali students who intend to pursue Master and Bachelor Degree in the field of environment and biodiversity conservation in Nepal.
Chandra Gurung Memorial Fellowship
The establishment of the Chandra Gurung Memorial Fellowship pays tribute to the late Dr. Chandra Prasad Gurung, acknowledging his lifelong dedication and significant contributions to biodiversity conservation in Nepal. This fellowship is granted to conservationists or promising students aiming to pursue a Master’s degree in the field of environment and biodiversity conservation within Nepal. Eligibility extends to Nepalese citizens who have applied, secured admission, or commenced classes in the 2023/24 academic session at a university in Nepal.
Application Deadline: 15th March 2024, up to 5 PM.
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Chandra Gurung Memorial Fellowship Application Form
Benefits
The fellowship recipient will receive Nepali Rupees 482,000 over a period of 2 years to cover tuition, living expenses, books and supplies, and thesis research costs while pursuing a Master’s degree in a conservation-related field at a university in Nepal. Scholars will also have the opportunity to interact with WWF staff on conservation projects in Nepal.
Note: WWF reserves the sole right to reduce or split the scholarship amount between deserving candidates if needed.
Eligibility
All applicants must be citizens of Nepal not exceeding 30 years of age at the time of application to be eligible for Chandra Gurung Memorial Fellowship. Applicants must have applied or be admitted to a Master's degree program in a conservation-related field at a university in Nepal. Students must be in their first year/semester of study.
Selection Criteria
Chandra Gurung Memorial Fellows are selected through a competitive, merit-based process. A selection committee is convened to review all eligible applications, interview finalists, and select a winner based on the following criteria:
- Professional qualifications as evidenced by previous and current conservation-related positions, references from colleagues in the field, publications, and other sources.
- Leadership through involvement in community, volunteer, and extra-curricular activities, etc.
- Prior academic achievement as shown by grades, academic awards, references from teachers and professors, and so on.
- Motivation and commitment to contribute to conservation in Nepal.
An independent selection committee will review all eligible applications and select the person who best fulfills these requirements as the winner of the Chandra Gurung Memorial Scholarship.
Application Instructions
1. Complete all pages of the application form.
2. Type your name at the top right corner of each page of the application form.
3. Print out the application and sign the "Applicant Agreement.”
4. A complete application dossier consists of a
- Completed application form
- Two letters of recommendation
- Academic transcripts and certificates
- Proof of admission to your academic program if already admitted
- Any other documents relevant to your application. See the “Application Checklist” below for more details.
5. Make a copy of your application dossier for your records.
6. Applications without required documents will not be considered.
Required Documents
- Completed application form including the signed Personal Service Agreement and signed Applicant Acceptance Agreement.
- Two letters of recommendation from teachers, professors, and/or professional colleagues.
- Recommendation letters from family members will not be accepted. Academic transcripts and certificates.
- Proof of admission to the Masters of Science degree program or proof of application to this program.
- Recommended Documents
- University entrance examination results.
- CV or résumé.
- Copies of awards or certificates you have received.
- Copies of abstracts from journal articles, research projects, papers presented at conferences, etc., that you have authored. Do not submit entire documents.
Send your application to:
Chandra Gurung Memorial Fellowship
WWF Nepal Program
Baluwatar, Post Box 7660
Kathmandu, Nepal,
OR
Send an email with the subject line “Chandra Gurung Memorial Fellowship 2023/24” to memorialscholarships@wwfnepal.org