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BGU Social Work Community Scholarship in Ashkelon
UndergraduateScholarship for students of Ethiopian origin in the Ben-Gurion University social work program — boosting community representation in welfare.
About Ashkelon
Ashkelon absorbed significant waves of Israeli-Ethiopian community members from the 1990s onward and is today a major southern community hub. Community members are spread across multiple neighbourhoods in the city, alongside a growing presence of local businesses, educational institutions and community-led initiatives.
Who is eligible?
- Student of Ethiopian origin in undergraduate or master's social work at BGU
- GPA ≥ 72
- Commitment to work in the Ethiopian community after licensing (at least one year)
What's included?
- Annual scholarship ₪7,000–₪14,000
- Priority placement in community practical training
- Senior social worker mentor from the community
Application steps
- Application through BGU School of Social Work
- Documents: transcript, origin proof, motivation letter
- Interview
- Decision within 4 weeks
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