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Mpedi Neurodiversity Studies Scholarship

Challenge Children with neurodiverse needs lack tailored research
Impact Funds pioneering studies focused on inclusive learning for youth with Down Syndrome

Double future impact Fund

Challenge Too many students miss registration due to financial gaps
Impact 5000+ students assisted with registration.

UJ Food Bank

Challenge Exam-time hunger across all campuses
Impact Over 8,000 students supported from 2022

Missing Middle

Challenge Students who fall outside NSFAS, but still can’t afford to pay
Impact Your support ensures that hardworking students who fall outside traditional funding receive the chance to complete their studies.

Student Outstanding Debts

Challenge Debt blocks students from graduating or getting hired
Impact Clearing debts for students

Alistar Mokoena Educational Fund

Challenge Many bright learners still lack access to higher education
Impact offering vital support to help these aspiring scholars in basic education.

Mixed Reality Simulation

Challenge Faculty of Education is requiring funding support to pilot a South African version of Mixed Reality Simulation (MRS) for teacher education and development.
Impact The long-term vision is to establish a permanent South African MRS platform.

STH Plaque Fundraising Initiative

Challenge Hospitality students need funding to complete their training
Impact Plaque sponsors support towards skills development

UJ Choir Fund

Challenge Choir students need funding to go participate in singing competitions
Impact The UJ Choir will be heard.

Cervical Cancer Screening

Challenge Many women still face barriers to timely cervical cancer screening due to limited awareness and access constraints.
Impact Expanding accessible screening programmes enables earlier detection and improves survival rates.

Mpho Ya Thuto: SRC Legacy Fund

Challenge Financial barriers prevent capable students from accessing and completing higher education.
Impact Reduced Student Debt - For graduates, lowering student loan debt is essential to promoting financial independence and opening up new prospects.

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