SCHOLARSHIP

Eligibility Criteria – Who Qualifies

  • Age Range: 13 – 18 years old
  • Geographic Location: Rural and underserved districts of Ghana, with the pilot phase focusing on Bodi / Akontomra (Western North Region)
  • Academic Level: Junior High School (JHS 1–3)
  • Gender: Female students only
  • Other requirements: Must rank in the top 10 of class, demonstrate financial need, and reside in low-income rural households

Steps to Apply

  1. Complete the official SheRises Application Form (online or downloadable).
  2. Attach required document – Last term school report
  3. Write a short essay (Max1,000 words) on “How climate change affects my community and what can be done.” 
  4. Submit via school liaison or email to info@konsonaid.org 
  5. Receive acknowledgement and await notification.

Scholarship Value & Benefits

Annual Value

GHS 3,000 per girl (average from pilot budget)

Coverage

1. School levies & exam fees
2. Uniforms, books, and learning materials
3. Stationery and menstrual hygiene kits
4. Transport and/or feeding support (where needed)
5. Mentorship, life skills, and eco-club activities

Post-Award Obligations

  • Maintain good academic standing (≥ 70 % average).
  • Participate in mentorship and eco-club activities.
  • Submit termly progress reports and attend life skills sessions.
  • Engage in community service or school climate projects.
  • Serve as peer mentor for future applicants after graduation.

Partners/Sponsors

    • Ministry of Education (MoE), Ghana Education Service (GES), Ministry of Environment, Science, Technology & Innovation (MESTI) on climate collaboration 

  • District Assemblies, Chiefs & Traditional Leaders, Local JHS Schools.

  • Private donors, CSR foundations, diaspora supporters, and development partners

FAQ Highlights

Eligible girls in JHS 1–3 may apply; application is free; must submit essay, teacher reference, and attach school report.

 No cost to apply; program follows child-safeguarding protocols.

Support by endorsing and tracking students.

Program is currently Konson Aid-funded but open to named sponsorship and CSR partnerships.