ETEM Mary MBIATEM Excellence Scholarship Portal

About This Scholarship

The Gender, Health, and Justice Research Scholarship (GHJR) is designed to support emerging scholars pursuing Master's and PhD thesis-based studies in research on gender-based violence (GBV) and its intersections with health and justice systems. This scholarship provides financial assistance to graduate or post-graduate students whose work advances understanding, prevention, and intervention strategies related to GBV, including its physical, mental, and social health impacts. Applicants are evaluated based on academic excellence, the potential impact of their research, and their commitment to addressing and reducing gender-based violence in communities. By funding innovative research and fostering the next generation of leaders in this critical field, the GHJR Scholarship empowers scholars to contribute to meaningful solutions that improve health outcomes, enhance justice responses, and create safer, more equitable societies locally and globally.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicant must be enrolled in a thesis-based Master's or PhD program
Must be a registered student at the University of Buea, Cameroon.
Must belong to the Department of International Relations & Conflict Resolution or the Department of Women and Gender Studies.
Work must address gender-based violence (GBV) and its intersections with health and justice.
A student may receive the GHJR Scholarship only once.
Demonstrate strong academic performance and research potential.
Show a commitment to addressing GBV and contributing to meaningful health or justice solutions.

Scholarship Expectations

Recipients are expected to submit a brief report (1 page) 3 months after receiving the scholarship.

The report should describe how the funding has supported their research and/or academic progress, including any preliminary findings, challenges, or outcomes.

This follow-up helps the scholarship committee track impact and supports transparency for continued funding of the GHJR program.

Award Details & Disbursement

Number of Awards: 3 scholarships

Total Amount: 500,000 CFA each

Disbursement Schedule:

• First Payment: 300,000 FRS to be disbursed on September 1. • Final Payment: 200,000 FRS to be disbursed 3 months later, contingent upon submission of a 3-month progress report demonstrating how the initial funding has supported the recipient's thesis-based research or studies.

Allowable Uses of Funds: Funds may be used for tuition, research materials, fieldwork, or living expenses related to the research

How to Apply

Application Portal

etemmaryscholars.org

Ensure all documents are included; incomplete applications will not be considered

Only one application per student is allowed

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About the Funder

Mary Etem Mbiatem is a registered psychologist with the College of Alberta Psychologists in Canada and a passionate advocate for mental health, equity, and social justice. She is an alumna of the Department of Nursing at the University of Buea, Cameroon, and holds a degree in Public Health from the University of Westminster, UK. Mary is currently pursuing a PhD in Counselling Psychology at the University of Alberta, Canada. Her clinical and research work focuses on refugee and immigrant populations as well as first responders, addressing the psychological impacts of trauma, PTSD, and systemic barriers to care. Mary's work is guided by principles of equity, empowerment, and cultural humility, aiming to amplify marginalized voices and foster inclusive, accessible mental health support. Through the Gender, Health, and Justice Research Scholarship (GHJR), Mary seeks to support emerging scholars conducting research on gender-based violence (GBV) and its intersections with health and justice systems, empowering the next generation of leaders to advance prevention, intervention, and social change in their communities.