The Malek Sghiri Scholarship is a full tuition scholarship for a summer-long group course at the Taa Marbouta Language Centre in Tunis, Tunisia. The scholarship is only available for the Arabic language but the student does not need to have any experience with the Arabic language; they can join classes at the beginner, intermediate, or advanced level. The grant covers language classes and internship/research support costs. Please note that accommodation, travel & living costs are not included.
This grant aims to:
– Increase the academic and professional skills of the participants through full-time academic study, professional internships, and civil society activities.
– Help connect international students with local NGOs in Tunisia.
– Learn more about Tunisia and the development of its civil society after the revolution of 2011, Immerse participants in a North African and Arabic-speaking country.
– Create sustainable links with Tunisian communities and increase students’ cross-cultural understanding.
Between 18 and 35 years old.
From all countries and territories.
Demonstrable interest in human rights, anti-corruption & civil society
Able to secure a visa or travel visa-free to Tunisia.
Applicants should submit their CV to info@taamarbouta.com, alongside a 250 word explanation of how their work, studies, or career goals align with the vision and activism of Malek Sghiri. The awardee is also required to complete a short internship or research project during the summer linked to the issues of human rights, anti-corruption, and civil society. Contact info@taamarbouta.com if you have any questions. The subject title of your email should be: Malek Sghiri Scholarship. The application deadline is 31 March 2025, 23:59 Tunisia time.
