16/08/2025
We, the AUW Indigenous student body from Bangladesh, along with our representative affiliationsâthe Indigenous Association and AUW Indigenous Clubâare devastated to hear the news that Palestinian students were denied admission to AUW despite being offered fully funded scholarships.
Asian University for Women (AUW) has consistently provided a safe space through scholarships to students from underprivileged and marginalized communities across Bangladesh and several other countries. Thus, the outreach to Palestinian students is not a recent example of kindness but part of a longstanding commitment.
AUW has clarified that it is an independent, non-partisan institution established by an Act of the Bangladesh Parliament. The University has never maintained any partnership or contact with Israeli organizations, and all funding for scholarships comes from lawful, ethical, and transparent sources.
The university has also supported women from several Indigenous peoples across Asia through similar comprehensive scholarships and academic opportunities. The Kalpana Chakma Residence Hall, named in honor of a courageous Indigenous rights activist from Bangladesh, stands as a lasting symbol of the University's dedication to equity, empowerment, and the advancement of women from diverse backgrounds.
As members of the Indigenous Body at AUW, we value and affirm the University's ongoing efforts to provide education to women whose opportunities have been limited by conflict, marginalization, or geography. We believe that these initiatives not only transform individual lives but also strengthen communities and contribute to building a more just and compassionate world.
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