Scholarship for US/Algerian and US/Palestinian Community Members

Track record of working of working toward justice, peace, prosperity, and dignity for all around the world, such as in volunteering or publication Identity : First or second-generation Algerian or Palestinian immigrant Desired Career Field : Education Level : Background : Identity : Journalism, communication, media, international law, government and international relations, policy and political science, global leadership, teaching and civil society, etc. Undergraduate or graduate student Track record of working of working toward justice, peace, prosperity, and dignity for all around the world, such as in volunteering or publication First or second-generation Algerian or Palestinian immigrant Students who are members of the Algerian-American or Palestinian-American communities have many things in common including historic struggles for liberation, justice and dignity. Though this background can be difficult, it can also inspire greatness and motivate students to dedicate themselves to working for a better future for all. There is no one path for making a difference in the world or one specific career field in which to do so. Those who are motivated can channel their drive for change into nearly any profession. This scholarship aims to support students who plan to spend their careers changing the world for the better and working towards peace and justice. Any undergraduate or graduate student who is a first or second-generation Algerian or Palestinian immigrant studying and pursuing a career in journalism , communication, media, international law , government , and international relations, policy and political science , global leadership, teaching , civil society, or a related field may apply for this scholarship. Extra bonus points if they have a track record of working toward justice, peace, prosperity, and dignity for all around the world. To apply, tell us about yourself, how you plan to make a difference through your work, how your experiences as an Algerian-American or Palestinian-American have influenced your beliefs and goals, and what major historical or current affairs you know about Algeria and/or Palestine. Selection Criteria: Ambition, Drive, Impact, Communication Skills Scholarships for Women Scholarships for Black Students Graduate School Scholarships Scholarships for Minorities Scholarships for International Students Undergraduate Scholarships Law School Scholarships Scholarships for College Students Essay Scholarships College Students Scholarships Journalism Scholarships Political Science Scholarships Government Scholarships Scholarships for Non-Traditional Students American Scholarships Leadership Scholarships Published February 26, 2026 $2,000 2 winners, $1,000 each Awarded Application Deadline May 21, 2026 Winners Announced Jun 22, 2026 Education Level Undergraduate, Graduate Share Essay Topic Please tell us a bit about yourself and how you plan to make a positive impact on the world through your career, particularly toward justice, peace, prosperity, and dignity for all. How has your personal experience as an Algerian-American or Palestinian-American influenced your beliefs and career aspirations? What are the major historic or current things that you know about Algeria and Palestine? (Events, literature, history, world contributions, sport, music, science, etc.) 400 – 600 words Winners and Finalists June 2026 Winners Layla Khoury New York University Davie, FL Aya Abuhijleh University of Houston Mckinney, TX Finalists Aminah Juaidi St John's University-New York Levittown, NY Maryam Hyder Norco College Eastvale, CA Chadha Nacer University of Nevada-Las Vegas New York, NY lana alkiswani Arizona State University Online Indio, CA May 2025 Winners Yasmine Marrero Dartmouth College Alexandria, VA Finalists sara saleh DePaul University Grimes, IA Leena Fraihat Columbia University in the City of New York Vienna, VA Rahaf Abu-Shalbak The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Missouri City, TX Sana Nime…