Now Open for Application
The Merdeka Award Grant for International Attachment, announced in conjunction with the 2011 Merdeka Award Presentation Ceremony by Prime Minister YAB Dato' Sri Mohd Najib Tun Abdul Razak, is designed to make it possible for qualified and deserving Malaysians, between the ages 22-35 to engage in short-term collaborative projects/programmes of up to three months, at an internationally-recognised host institution in select disciplines such as education, arts, sports, community and social work, environment, health, science and technology.
The attachment aims to help the recipient build on his or her expertise by undergoing a learning experience in an institution or organisation of international repute, and improving the Recipient's body of work and achievements. The aim of the Grant is to promote thought leadership and innovation, foster a culture of excellence and encourage a world-view.
Application for the Grant is only available online at:
http://www.merdekaaward.my/News/Merdeka-Award-Grant-for-International-Attachment.aspx
Application closes 30 June 2012.
For further information on the Grant please contact:
Merdeka Award Secretariat
Level 67, Tower 1
Petronas Twin Towers
Kuala Lumpur City Centre
50088 Kuala Lumpur
Malaysia
Tel: +603-2331 0952
Email:
info@merdekaaward.my