Global Leadership Project

2013-2014 Scholarship Opportunities - High School & College Students

Abdelkader Global Leadership Prize – Essay Contests

Details - http://abdelkaderproject.org/contest/  (Essays due 03.15.14)

Did you know? 1) US President Abraham Lincoln admired a 19th century world-renowned Muslim hero. 2) Suez Canal would most likely not have been built without this ethical Arab leader. 3) Elkader, Iowa USA was named after him. “Emir Abdelkader” was a philosopher, intellectual, humanitarian, poet and scholar and was tolerant of all cultures and faiths. His life story is important for today.

Monetary scholarship opportunities in the U.S. are available for students in two categories: 1) high school, and 2) college. Exchange students are welcome.

Students must write an essay that evaluates the significance of Abdelkader’s life in light of current events in the US and throughout the world. Essays are due March 15, 2014. See details at http://abdelkaderproject.org/contest/

Learn about non-profit Abdelkader Education Project (AEP) at www.abdelkaderproject.org.

Please share with all who may be interested. Questions can be directed to AEP staff at abdelkaderproject@gmail.com