Our Roots Scholarship
Our story also begins in our roots.
The Our Roots Scholarship was created as an extension of the educational commitment led by CHL English Academy of the Americas and Lumina Social Empowerment Foundation TX.
In Houston, Texas, we began by offering the Our Story Scholarship, a program designed for migrants seeking to strengthen their opportunities through learning English.
Over time, we came to understand something deeply important:
many of those stories begin long before migration.
They begin in our communities, in our families, in our roots.
That is why the Our Roots Scholarship was created — an initiative directed toward people in Colombia, with the purpose of opening educational opportunities from the place where many stories truly begin.
We believe education does more than teach a language.
Education restores confidence, voice, and new possibilities.
What is the Our Roots Scholarship Program?
The Our Roots Scholarship is an educational initiative that provides access to English language learning for Colombian citizens seeking to strengthen their academic, professional, and personal opportunities.
Through this program, full and partial scholarships will be awarded based on the evaluation of each application.
The initiative seeks to expand educational opportunities, particularly for individuals in vulnerable situations, with a special focus on supporting women in strengthening their skills, autonomy, and opportunities for growth.
Types of Scholarships
The program is delivered in a 100% virtual format through the Virtual Campus of CHL English Academy of the Americas, allowing students across Colombia to access their training from anywhere.
Applicants for the Our Roots Scholarship must meet the following requirements:
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Be a Colombian citizen
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Currently reside in Colombia
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Be between 18 and 45 years of age
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Demonstrate a genuine interest in learning English
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Show commitment to their learning process
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Have reliable internet access
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Have access to a computer, tablet, or smartphone to participate in classes
Important Information
The Our Roots Scholarship will begin its first stage of implementation in the department of Tolima, Colombia, with the purpose of bringing educational opportunities to local communities and municipalities.
In this first call for applications, priority will be given to applicants from municipalities such as:
Honda, Mariquita, Ambalema, Armero-Guayabal, Lérida, Venadillo, and Fresno.
In future stages, the program will seek to expand its reach to other regions of the country
Application
If you wish to be part of the Nuestras Raíces Scholarship, please complete the application form.
Spaces are limited, and applications are accepted during specific periods.