Fair & Lovely Foundation calls for entries to 2014 scholarship program
~ Foundation expands Fair & Lovely scholarship programto include vocational training and business capital in addition to education for empowering women`
India,October2014:Fair & Lovely Foundationan initiative by Fair & Lovely, the leading brand from Hindustan Unilever Limited; is all geared and is calling for entries from candidates for the 11th edition of the scholarship program beginning 01st October 2014. Details of the scholarship program and the application process can be availed from www.fairandlovely.inor by calling on the toll free number 1800220130 for more information.
The foundationhas over the last 10 years since its inception provided scholarships to 1200 girls in India for their higher education.In line with the growing aspirations and yearnings of young womenin urban & rural India, the Fair & Lovely foundation is now extending its scholarship programme to provide financial support for vocational training which will help young women develop employable skills and also seed capital tohelp aspiring women entrepreneurs, in addition to the higher education scholarships.
Fair & LovelyFoundation over the years has consistently received support and appreciationfrom successful and prominent individuals, ranging from educationists, social workers, government officials as well as media and entertainment personalities. Some of the distinguished luminaries and educationists who have come together in the past to form the esteemed panel and have added immense value to the lives of hundreds of deserving girls includes names like, Ms. Mangala Gauri (Prof. JNTU), Ms. MadhuVasanthy (Director, CII South), Dr. PriyaSelvaraj (India's First Medical Practitioner for Frozen Oocyte Pregnancy), Ms. Indu Sinha (Deputy Director, Dept. of Culture, Ministry of UP), Mr. AbhijitDasGupta (Documentary Film Maker & Founder, Sukriti Foundation), Dr. SnehaPalnitkar (Director, Regional Centre for Urban & Environmental Studies), Ms. MandiraBedi (Actress), Ms. LeenaMogre (Fitness Expert), amongst others. They have not only associated with the Fair & Lovely Foundation, but have also played the role of influential collaborators to guide and influence the girls in realizing their aspirations.
One of the 2012 scholarship winners,Sajneeben, whose father is the family’s sole breadwinner, supports his family of five members by cutting and polishing precious gems. In spite of the family’s meagre earnings, Sajneeben’sparents always tried to provide the best to her and her two siblings. Financial constraints was always a matter of grave worry for her, however Fair & Lovely Foundation Scholarship indeed changed the course of her career and life.Sajneebensays, “The scholarship helped me to take the next step ahead in fulfilling my dreams. I’m confident that I’ll be able to overcome my financial challenges and build a great career.” She is currently pursuing her studies in her chosen field of Bachelor of Ayurveda, Medicine and Surgery. Similarly, the Fair & Lovely scholarship program over the last decade has brought a ray of hope in the lives of many young aspiring girls, who have the aptitude and zeal to excel in life, but do not have the financial means to do so.
Talking about the Fair & Lovely Foundation Scholarship program Mr.SrinandanSundaram,Vice President Skincare& Makeup, Hindustan Unilever Ltd.says, “Fair & Lovely Foundation is our initiative to economically empower women to pursue their dreams and reach their true potential. We aim to inspire an attitude of self-reliance and independence among young women by providing scholarships in the areas of higher education, vocational training and start up business capital”
Higher Education:The eligibility criteriaare available on www.fairandlovely.in.Aspiring girls can also call on the toll free number 1800220130for more information.
Developing Career(Vocational Training): The eligibility criteriaare available on www.fairandlovely.in. Aspiring girls can also call on the toll free number 1800220130 for more information.
Buisnessstartup capital:The eligibility criteriaare available on www.fairandlovely.in. Aspiring girls can also call on the toll free number 1800220130 for more information.
The last date for submission of application forms is 30thNovemeber 2014.
Application forms can also be posted to the following address:
Fair & Lovely Scholarship 2014
Hindustan Unilever House,
B.D Sawant Marg, Chakala,
Mumbai- 400099
About Fair & Lovely Foundation:
Fair & Lovely Foundation isan HUL initiative that aims to empower the women of India through education and career development. The foundation identifies academically exceptional girls from financially challenged backgrounds and offers scholarships up to Rs. 1, 00,000per candidate. To maintain integrity and fairness the selection is done by a panel of eminent personalities from diverse fields. As the foundation enters its 11th year of inception Fair & Lovely intends to take forward the spirit of this endeavor.
About Hindustan Unilever Limited
Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL) is India's largest Fast Moving Consumer Goods company touching the lives of two out of three Indians. HUL works to create a better future every day. We help people feel good, look good and get more out of life with brands and services that are good for them and goo for others.
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