"Being awarded the Manaaki Scholarship has been a life-changing opportunity. It allows me to pursue my Master鈥檚 in Water Science and Management in New Zealand, an interdisciplinary programme that combines hydrology, climate science, engineering, policy, and community engagement. These areas are critically needed in my home country, Timor-Leste, where communities are highly vulnerable to climate impacts and water insecurity. Gaining this knowledge is essential.
The Manaaki Scholarship has connected me to a global community where I have learned from others鈥 experiences, shared my own, and grown both professionally and personally.
I hope my journey inspires others to believe in their potential and apply, you never know how far one opportunity can take you."
2024 Manaaki New Zealand Scholarship