Scholarships
ACNA has initiated two scholarships for students to pursue graduate studies at Hartford International University. Yearly living expenses are supported by ACNA
ACNA Ganj e Shakar Scholarship-funded by the Kazmi family, support is provided for Masters in Inter-religious Studies Program at Hartford International University. Molana Sahibzada Ali Saeed of Allahabad, India is our first scholar, he graduates in summer 2025.Sajida Khatoon Kazmi Ahlebait Studies Scholarship-support is provided for Masters in Inter-religious Studies or Masters in Peacebuilding degree programs at Hartford International University. Our first scholar, Hina Athar Khan from Pakistan will begin her yearlong Masters in Peace building Program in August 2024.The Ganje Shakar Scholarship is towards the Masters in Interreligious Studies. From exploring the vocabulary and grammar of different religions to experiencing faith communities other than the own, students are immersed in collective application of theological education strengthened by interfaith dialogue with faculty and peers. Graduate from this program is confident that their knowledge of the foundational concepts of Abrahamic and other religions, their understanding of the role of faith in local, social, and political contexts, and their ability to conduct advanced-level research equips them to assume a role in a wide variety of professional fields in which multireligious fluency is an asset.
The Sajida Khatoon Kazmi Scholarship for Ahlebait Studies. Named after Ms. Sajida Khatoon, this funds the Master of Arts in International Peacebuilding. From exploring constructive conflict intervention to examining passages in religious texts that have led to current and historic incidences of violence, Master of Arts in International Peacebuilding program deeply engages students in askills-focused application of interfaith learning that changes behaviour and drives lasting change. Graduates leave the program with confidence to lead grassroots community peace and reconciliation initiatives. They become part of an international student cohort focused on building the knowledgeand skills to address local conflicts in your home communities. Students hone their inter religious literacy and conflict transformation skills through case studies, role-plays of real-world examples, public speaking opportunities, service in social justice and religious organizations, and completing a capstone project.