We’re pleased to announce the arrival of the first BCDI 2030 scholars to Canada!
Bright and talented men and women have begun arriving at Brandon University, the Cégep de Jonquière and the University of Manitoba as part of the first cohorts of Canadian International Development Scholarship 2030 (BCDI 2030) scholars.
And it’s only the beginning.
Over the coming weeks and months, post-secondary institutions will be welcoming dozens more scholars as part of the program.
Find out more about these BCDI 2030 projects and the inspiring individuals they are supporting:
Brandon University
“The Rural Development Institute is excited to welcome and host the incoming scholarship recipients from KNUST [Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology] and we look forward to receiving the other scholarship students over the next few years as well.” Dr. Wayne Kelly, Director Rural Development Institute, BCDI 2030 Project lead, Brandon University
www.brandonu.ca/rdi/the-bcdi-2030-scholarship-project/
University of Manitoba
“This landmark achievement…underscores the strength of international partnerships in driving innovation and research that can make a global impact. This program will offer financial support, mentorship, research opportunities, and networking events, enriching the educational experience and equipping scholars to tackle complex global challenges. We are deeply grateful for this opportunity, which is set to play a crucial role in addressing significant global health challenges.”
Dr. Marianne Mureithi, Chair of the Department of Medical Microbiology & Immunology at University of Nairobi
