- The Hamid Ismail Foundation has awarded a scholarship to Ayeda Hamed, a Princeton graduate, to pursue an M.Phil. in Development Studies at Oxford, with a focus on economic development in South Asia, aligning with the foundation’s mission to support Pakistani students.
- The scholarship is co-sponsored by the Malala Fund, highlighting a shared commitment to empowering young women and improving educational access in underrepresented regions, with additional support provided by the Oxford Pakistan Programme (OPP).
- Hamid Ismail emphasized the foundation’s broader goal of investing in Pakistan’s future by ensuring that talented young minds are not held back by financial barriers, and nurturing future leaders and innovators.
The Hamid Ismail Foundation continues to advance its vital mission of supporting Pakistani students in achieving higher education at prestigious global universities.
This year, the foundation proudly introduces a new scholarship recipient, Ayeda Hamed, a Princeton graduate who is set to pursue an M.Phil. in Development Studies at the University of Oxford.
Ayeda’s research will concentrate on policy solutions for economic development in South Asia, in line with the foundation’s ongoing commitment to promoting educational excellence and contributing to Pakistan’s progress.
In collaboration with the Malala Fund, the Hamid Ismail Foundation is co-sponsoring this scholarship, showcasing both organizations’ shared dedication to empowering young women and enhancing educational opportunities in underrepresented areas.
Furthermore, the Oxford Pakistan Programme (OPP) will offer crucial assistance to Ayeda Hamed throughout her academic journey, further elevating her impact on the region.
“Education is the cornerstone of national development. It is the key to unlocking potential, fostering innovation, and driving progress. By offering these scholarships, we are not only supporting individual aspirations but also making a strategic investment in the future of Pakistan.
By empowering bright young minds with access to higher education, we are nurturing the next generation of leaders, thinkers, and innovators. Our goal is to ensure that financial barriers do not stand in the way of any brilliant mind. The future of our country hinges on the education and empowerment of its youth,” said Hamid Ismail, President of the Hamid Ismail Foundation.
Ayeda Hamed joins a distinguished group of scholars who have received support from the Hamid Ismail Foundation, the Malala Fund, and the OPP. Together, these organizations are making significant progress in transforming educational opportunities for talented Pakistani students, ensuring that they can make meaningful contributions to their country and the global community.
This initiative highlights the growing impact of these partnerships, as they continue to open doors for students who are eager to create positive change and drive development in their communities and beyond.