Joint Japan/World bank Graduate Scholarship Program Scholars and Alumni

BRIEF

Joint Japan/World bank Graduate Scholarship Program Scholars and Alumni

March 15, 2017

" I encourage prospective women [applicants] from all around the world especially developing countries to never give up your dreams and goals of higher studies you want to achieve. "

Dr. Shaheen Ashraf Shah

JJWBGSP Candidate

Anita Apau

JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY (2022), USA
As an alumnus, one piece of advice I would give to anyone pursuing the JJWBGSP scholarship is that one should start the application process as soon as possible when the application window opens
Sai Bo Bo Htet Aung

UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS (2011), UNITED KINGDOM
In Myanmar, the current health care system causes many chronic illnesses to go untreated, but advocates like Sai are developing treatments to provide future generations with healthier futures.
Augustus Cadette

UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO (2010), USA
Fascinated with the opportunity to study public policy to meet the unique needs of Saint Lucia, Augustus’s U.S experience afforded him the rare opportunity to ascend his professional career and contribute to his country’s social reform.
Roberto Prado De Vasconcellos

LONDON SCHOOL OF ECONOMICS (2005 ), UNITED KINGDOM
For Roberto, leaving Brazil to study abroad afforded him a new and dynamic understanding of the legal system through a global lens.
Cybele Diaz-Wionczek

COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY (2005), USA
Cybele’s commitment to complete her study abroad courses to benefit existing and future leaders of Mexico outweighed the many challenges she faced moving to the U.S.
KIT — ROYAL TROPICAL INSTITUTE — VRIJE UNIVERSITEIT (2022), THE NETHERLANDS
In addition to acquiring new knowledge and skills, immersing myself in a different culture and interacting with people from various backgrounds with disparate views was immensely rewarding. It enabled me to reflect on my own culture and values while also fostering strong personal and professional relationships.
Iqbal Hamad

INSTITUTE FOR HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT STUDIES, ERASMUS UNIVERSITY ROTTERDAM (2015), THE NETHERLANDS
In Jordan, climate change scenarios could result in reduced agricultural productivity and water availability placing more pressure on its natural resources. Iqbal's research in urban development will help shape the lives of future generations.
Ali Khan

ASIAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY (1997), THAILAND
In Pakistan, Ali’s work in technology transfer agreements help to positively contribute to the country’s GDP. Developmental projects like these provide social and economic optimism.
Carmen Lazo

HARVARD UNIVERSITY (2005), USA
Growing up in El Salvador during a civil war framed the reality of Carmen's world. These tensions led her to study development economics, a journey in which she embraces responsibility and leadership in an effort to promote prosperity and peace for her community.
Marcio Marcelino

ERASMUS UNIVERSITY ROTTERDAM (2017), THE NETHERLANDS
In Brazil, the quality of life for many is crippled by poor, public transportation systems. As an architect and urban planner, Marcio integrates creative solutions with practical design processes to help solve mobility issues and enhance the country’s development.
Niswatil Mouna

YOKOHAMA NATIONAL UNIVERSITY (2015), JAPAN
In Indonesia, Niswatil felt privileged to receive a fully funded college education which led her to pursue her graduate degree abroad in an effort to educate and reform economic development at home.
Mari Noguchi

ERASMUS UNIVERSITY INSTITUTE ( 2017), THE NETHERLANDS
In Japan, investing in human capital and development has helped strengthen the lives of women like Mari who continue to pay it forward by working with NGOs to make lasting impacts.
Atsuhiro Oguri

JAPAN
The Scholarship Program enhanced and maximized my learning experience at school, allowing me to commit my entire energy to build my foundation in econometric analysis and statistical programming at the professional level.
Takeo Tokunari

HARVARD UNIVERSITY (2022), USA
Pragmatically solving global complex environmental problems must be challenging, but pursuit of systemic impact in such fields must be very rewarding too if I manage to orchestrate the effort of diverse experts and multi-faceted stakeholders
Dr. Shaheen Ashraf Shah
UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE (2005), UNITED KINGDOM
Dr. Shah's unwavering commitment to water reform programs and gender equality in Pakistan has introduced the need for more inclusive conversations with often forgotten marginalized groups such as the rural poor and women.
Melania Mujut Ywa Shayanewako

YOKOHAMA NATIONAL UNIVERSITY (2004), JAPAN
As a chief economist in Zimbabwe, Melania works with policy makers to reduce vast economic disparities and influences critical conversations that will lead to their country’s transformation.
Veronica Rasolofomanana

WILLIAMS COLLEGE (2017), USA
In Madagascar, Veronica was living in an impoverished region with her husband and children frustrated by the existing social and financial conditions. As these issues continued to manifest, she decided to invest in the development of sustainable and economic opportunities for her country with the invaluable support of her family.
Ei Ei Swe

National Graduate Institute for Policy Studies – GRIPS (2022), Japan
My advice to potential applicants is that they should trust themselves and highlight their achievements for the development of their country
Armine Yaralova

COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY (2022), USA
Studies of international aspects of public policies provide an opportunity to get insights and best examples of other emerging and developing countries, as well as their policy reforms, success stories and failures