On July 16, her birthday, public figure, feminist, ambassador of gender equality in Ukraine, founder and director of the public organization " Every year, one scholarship recipient will receive funding in the amount of up to UAH 100,000 for education, retraining or professional development.

The Yulia Sporysh scholarship was created for women and girls for whom education can become not just another line on a resume, but a real turning point. Its main goal is to become a support for those who find themselves in difficult life circumstances, do not have sufficient resources or support, but strive to change their lives, gain economic independence, a new profession or a chance for self-realization. After all, when one woman’s life changes, the future of an entire family, community and society changes..

This initiative is a unique example of personal philanthropy for Ukraine.. Society is accustomed to large corporations or technology billionaires being philanthropists.. The story of Yulia Sporysh proves: you don’t have to be a millionaire to be able to share with others and create new opportunities for at least one person every year.

“I spent the first 40 years of my life laying the foundation: studying hard, working hard, overcoming prejudice and social barriers. I grew up in a low-income family and became the first woman in my family to receive a higher education, defend my PhD thesis, and build a house.. But to make this happen, my mother invested her last money in my education..

Today I have my life’s work, professional fulfillment, financial stability, a family I love.. And that is why for the next 40 years I would like to support those who are highly motivated and need it most. This scholarship is for a woman who is now looking at her life and realizes that in order to take a big step, she needs someone else to believe in her. For a woman who is used to putting aside her own ambitions, but clearly realizes that she is capable of much more,” adds Yulia.

The Yulia Sporysh scholarship has no age restrictions. Women of any age and background can apply..

These could be school graduates who are just looking for their path, or women aged 40+, 50+ and older, seeking to radically change their profession, return to study after a long break, or realize a long-standing professional dream..

The funds received (up to UAH 100,000) can be used for:.

Applications for the scholarship will be accepted annually from November 21 to February 11. The name of the winner who will receive funding will be announced annually in March. You can find out detailed conditions of participation and fill out the form on the official website of Yulia Sporysh.