We extend our heartfelt congratulations to Elena Gordillo Fuertes, a dedicated student in the UBC Master of Public Policy and Global Affairs (MPPGA) program, for being honored with the Jamaloddin Khanjani Family Scholarship.
The Jamaloddin Khanjani Family Scholarship, valued at $4,050, is generously provided through an endowment established by Farid Rohani in commemoration of Jamaloddin Khanjani, a resilient entrepreneur who faced adversity due to his Baha’i faith during the 1979 Islamic revolution in Iran. This scholarship stands as a testament to Mr. Khanjani’s unwavering dedication to education and human rights.
Designed to support the pursuit of knowledge and the advancement of human rights within the realm of public policy and global affairs, the scholarship is granted to graduate students who demonstrate a strong commitment to these values, with a preference given to those enrolled in the MPPGA program.
About the significance of this scholarship, Elena notes:
“This scholarship underscores the importance of bringing human rights considerations to the forefront of public policy decisions. For me personally, it serves as an inspiration to continue my research on the complex relationships between environmental governance and human rights and continue advocating for the rights of underrepresented communities around the world in my personal, academic and professional journey.”
Previous scholarship recipients include Norma Patiño Sánchez and Shifa Thobani.
