Zarina Shamim Scholarship Program (ZSSP)
Zarina Shamim Foundation (A Company Setup Under Section 42 of The Companies Act 2017), registered on 30 January 2024 with SECP (previously was registered as Zarina Shamim Trust under The Trust Act, 1882 on May 17th, 2011, at Lahore) as a non profit organization for enabling and empowering individuals with limited resources. Zarina Shamim Foundation has also been approved and registered by Punjab Charity Commission. It is also certified by the Pakistan Center for Philanthropy (PCP).
The Zarina Shamim Scholarship Program (ZSSP) was established in 2007 to provide financial assistance to deserving and bright students for college and university education. The main aim is to support and provide financial assistance to the students for studying in schools, colleges, universities, and for professional and research studies.
Vision of ZSSP
Women Empowerment with Education! Vision of Zarina Shamim Scholarship Program (ZSSP) is to support girls to attain quality education and enable them to become enlightened and
empowered women.
Mission of ZSSP
The mission of Zarina Shamim Scholarship Program (ZSSP) is to promote women empowerment by enhancing the educational opportunities for bright, motivated and deserving girls.
Circle of Support
The underlying message of this scholarship program is to instill a communal spirit – to come together and help each other. It is expected from the recipients of this scholarship program to continue this circle of support, when they are capable to do so, by helping one or more girls in completing their higher education.
Objectives of ZSSP
The objectives of Zarina Shamim Scholarship Program (ZSSP) are to provide opportunities to deserving girls for higher education. The scholarship program enables girls to:
i. Pursue higher education in their chosen field of interest(s).
ii. Practice and use their knowledge for meaningful purposes.
iii. Become productive members of their family, community, and nation.
iv. Provide opportunities for personal and professional development
v. Grow into well-rounded individuals with intellectual, economic, physical and emotional empowerment.
Eligibility
The scholarship award is given to the student(s) on her ability and commitment to higher education, without any discrimination of religion, caste, creed, or social level.
The scholarship award is evaluated on a combination of student’s merit / brilliance, commitment and financial need.
The girls for the scholarships are selected on the following eligibility criteria;
1. Academic Excellence
2. Character Strength
3. Integrity and Honesty
4. Leadership Abilities
5. Commitment to long term goals
6. Volunteering Spirit
Selection Process
Selection Management Committee, comprising of 3 to 4 Directors / Advisors / General Body Members; is constituted. Three persons, individually, interview the potential candidates and evaluate them on an evaluation form. Once the evaluation process is completed then the final selection is made.
Scope of Support
The scope of the scholarship is intended to help the students complete their college / university / professional education in Pakistan. The student can study with this scholarship till Masters’ Degree or completion of a professional degree.
The scholarship covers the college / university tuition fees and books. The expenses are paid directly to the student at the submission of the fees bill / invoice.
ZSSP Future Funding
Currently, the financial resources are generated through donations from family, friends, personal and professional networks. Corporate entities also contribute from their Corporate Social Responsibility Programs.
The Board of Directors are working towards developing an Endowment Fund for the sustainability of this program