NGOs and Charitable Body Nominators

The Commonwealth Equality Network advocates for the equality and human rights of all Commonwealth citizens, irrespective of sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, or sex characteristics. As a coalition of more than 70 organisations from almost 50 countries, the Network is at the forefront of efforts to defend and uphold the dignity and human rights of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex, queer and gender diverse (LGBTI+) people across the Commonwealth. The Network engages in advocacy, policy dialogue, and capacity-building efforts to advance equality and inclusion within Commonwealth nations.

This application route is for candidates who can demonstrate how their studies will lead to an improvement in the position of LGBTI+ people in their country.

The HALI Access Network is an association of non-profit organizations in Africa that work with high-achieving, low-income (HALI) students to access international higher education opportunities. HALI strives to level the playing field in international education to increase inclusion, access and scholarship support for remarkable students who lack the finances to make their educational dreams come true.

This application route is only for candidates affiliated with a HALI Access Network member organisation.

Windle Trust International helps support the CSC to offer scholarships to those with refugee status or who are otherwise affected by conflict.

This application route is for Master’s candidates from Kenya and Uganda only, and who meet the Windle Trust International eligibility criteria. Applicants must also apply separately to Windle Trust International. Application details are available on their website.