Esri UK launches new geospatial student scholarships to help diversify the industry
Micro-scholarships aim to help larger number of Black and mixed Black heritage students Esri UK today announced it has partnered with Akama Fund, a charity dedicated to supporting students and facilitating accessible scholarships, to create a new scholarship programme for Black and mixed Black heritage students. Designed to support 60 higher education students, in disciplines […]
Claremont Interior Design Scholarship 2023
THIS SCHOLARSHIP HAS BEEN AWARDED TO MIA CHARLES, UNIVERSITY OF PORTSMOUTH! READ MORE HERE. AKAMA FUND IS CONTINUING TO SUPPORT INTERIOR DESIGN STUDENTS SO PLEASE REGISTER HERE FOR COMMUNITY ACCESS. — The Claremont Interior Design Scholarship is a wonderful opportunity for talented students from Black and Ethnic Minority backgrounds who are passionate about pursuing a […]
Closing the Digital Divide: Akama Fund Provides Laptops to Students in Need
The digital divide has been a long-standing issue for students from low-income backgrounds, who often lack access to the technology needed to succeed in their studies. The COVID-19 pandemic has only exacerbated this problem, as schools have transitioned to online learning and students are expected to have their own computers to participate in classes. In […]
Removing Barriers to Education: Akama Fund Sponsors Student Travel in Greater Manchester and Beyond
Akama Fund, a non-profit organization, has recently announced that it will be sponsoring travel for students in Greater Manchester, with plans to expand more broadly in the future. This initiative aims to remove transportation barriers for students, which can be a significant factor in their decision to continue their studies. Many students face financial challenges […]
Breaking the Mold: Rethinking Scholarships for Greater Accessibility and Equity
Scholarships are an excellent way for students to finance their education, especially those from low-income backgrounds. Unfortunately, accessing scholarships can be challenging for many students. Each scholarship is different, with its own set of criteria, and 41%* of students in the UK are not aware of funding available to them. When students do find a […]
The Power of Connections: How Well-Connected Students from Low-Income Backgrounds Have an Edge
Most people would agree that it’s important to have a good network of people in your life. People who you can rely on for support, advice, and simply someone to talk to. It can be especially tough when you’re just starting out in the world and don’t have many connections. If you’re from a low […]
Rising Cost of Living and the Threat to Technical Education
As the cost of living continues to rise, students pursuing specialized higher education in fields such as medicine and engineering are facing unprecedented financial challenges. With the burden of student loans and the cost of living expenses, many students are finding it increasingly difficult to complete their degrees. This cost of living crisis is not […]
The Value of Holistic Scholarship Support: From Financial Assistance to Career Guidance and Mentorship.
Going to university is a significant investment for students, not just in terms of tuition fees, but also in terms of additional costs. Accommodation, textbooks, travel, and other expenses can add up and become overwhelming for students, especially those from low-income backgrounds. A study of institutions in London found that “travel or commuting” remained a […]
Giving Tuesday Fundraiser
Akama Fund, a registered charity based in London, is launching its first ever platform fundraiser starting from Giving Tuesday (29th November 2022). We hope to create a globally-scalable platform for students from low income backgrounds and modern day philanthropists that will provide opportunities, support systems (including funding) – all in one place! As the African […]
