SAWL Scholarship Fund

Singapore Association of Women Lawyers

Currently at a strength of about 100 members, all with the same passion to give back to society, SAWL continues to do more and better for the community!

SAWL Vision, Mission and Values

To spread knowledge of the laws of Singapore
To enhance and promote the welfare of the community particularly the women and children
To advance opportunities for women in industry, business, education and the profession
To press for laws for the advancement and protection of women and children

SAWL Scholarship Fund

a Polytechnic Student, a University Student, an 'A' Level / IB / NUS High Student, an 'N' Level Student, an 'O' Level Student, an ITE Student

Singapore Citizen, Singapore PR

Not Available

Tenable Universities / Institutions

All ITEs, All Polytechnics, All local universities

Term

Mid & Full Term

Locations

Singapore

Description

The SAWL Scholarship Fund (the Fund), formally known as “Tan Ah Tah SAWL Fund” was established in December 1987 under the auspices of SAWL in memory of the late Honourable Justice Mr. Tan Ah Tah, the first local-born person to be appointed a Judge of the Supreme Court in May 1955.

The Fund seeks to reduce social disparities brought on by educational imbalance and (the lack of) access to education. Registered as a Charity with the Commissioner of Charities and holding Institute of Public Character (IPC) status, the Fund aims to further educational interest amongst those in need - both physical and mental disabilities.

The Fund disbursed about $200,000 in 2021 to about 131 students. Since the inception of the Fund, more than 1,200 students have benefited from over $1,200,000 of scholarships disbursed to Secondary Schools, Institute of Technical Education, Junior Colleges and Tertiary institutions.

Course of Study

All Courses

Bond Period

No Bond

Value of Awards

Secondary / Pre-University Bursary - $600
Vocational Institute Or Equivalent - $1,200
Special Schools - $2,000
Junior College / Polytechnic Or Equivalent - $3,000
Tertiary Or Equivalent Scholarship - $8,000

Requirement/Conditions

Must be physically handicapped (including one who is from any approved charity as defined under the Income Tax Act or any society duly registered under the Societies Act)
In need of financial assistance