Breaking the Stigma Scholarship
Scholarship Sponsored by Amicus Legal Group
The stigma associated with disabilities remains a pervasive issue in our society, impacting individuals on a daily basis. Despite significant strides made in dismantling both physical and mental stigmas, they persistently permeate our societal fabric. At Amicus Legal Group, we are deeply committed to addressing this issue.
As a law firm specializing in personal injury, we relentlessly strive to secure rightful compensation for victims of injustice, enabling them to resume a fulfilling life. We understand that post-accident life presents a myriad of new challenges for the injured, and it is disheartening to witness our clients grappling with societal stigma in addition to their physical or mental hardships.
With this in mind, we have established the Breaking the Stigma Scholarship. Our aim is to foster greater awareness and stimulate conversations around these issues through this scholarship. We firmly believe that open dialogue is a crucial step towards enlightenment, healing, and progress.
We invite students to submit essays discussing strategies for society to effectively dismantle disability-related stigmas. Reflect on your personal experiences, the obstacles you've overcome, and how societal perceptions of your disability have influenced your life. The selected student will be awarded $1,000 to support their academic pursuits.
For comprehensive information on eligibility criteria, application requirements, and the application process, please read further.
Application Requirements
A) A 700-1,000 word essay addressing the topic: How can society more effectively dismantle disability stigmas.
B) A resume detailing professional and academic experiences, along with current contact information
C) An official school transcript. First-year college students, graduate students, or individuals who have recently transferred schools may submit an unofficial transcript from their current school, along with the most recent official transcript from their previous school. High school students must provide proof of acceptance to a college or university.
D) Acceptance of the terms and conditions of the 2022 Breaking the Stigma Scholarship
Eligibility
A) The scholarship is available to any current high school senior, college student, or graduate student who is a legal resident of the United States.
B) Applicants must be accepted or currently enrolled in a two to five-year post-secondary institution.
C) Employees of Amicus Legal Group, their immediate family members (parents, children, siblings, and spouses), and individuals residing in the same household (regardless of relation), are not eligible to participate in the competition.
D) Applicants for this scholarship should maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher and be in good academic standing overall.