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AUNDPPnet Scholarship

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The AUNDPPnetScholarship Programme, often regarded as the bread and butter of the Network. Since its inception,

the programme has embodied the Network’s commitment to empowering persons wDs) through
ith disabilities (PW
higher education and inclusive public policy development. By offering postgraduate opportunities to scholars across
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the ASEAN region, the scholarship serves as a powerful mechanism for cultivating future leaders and change

who will advocate for a more inclusive and equitable society.

and other
The AUNDPPnet Scholarship provides scholars the opportunity to pursue a Master’s Degree in Public Policy
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related fields across 30 member universities of AUN. Through this academic journey, recipients are equipped not only
with knowledge and analytical skills but also with leadership and advocacy capabilities to influence disability
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inclusive
networking, cross
policymaking in their home countries. The programme also encourages cultural understanding, and
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the exchange of best practices among ASEAN countries towardsfostering a regional community grounded in inclusion,

diversity, and empowerment.

The then Director of AUNDPPnet, Prof. Dr. YahayaAhmad with selected scholars at International Special Education Exhibition (iSEE) 2019 in

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front of AUNDPPnet booth

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Beyond academic support, scholarship recipients enjoy comprehensive financial assistance throughout their studies.
Each scholar receives a monthly stipend to support living expenses, while tuition and course fees are fully covered
under the programme. In addition, scholars are eligible for several other forms of allowance, including technology
assistance, conference participation support, thesis or dissertation , and other academicrelated allowances

allowance
designed to ensure a barrierfree and enriching learning experience.

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