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No poverty (SDG 1)

SDG 1 - No poverty

End poverty in all its forms everywhere. 

— United Nations

 


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Emergency International Student Support Fund

51 has created a program to support students affected by international conflict. Led by 51 International, the  will support at least two international students affected by crisis or catastrophe for up to two years. The IEF initiative will cover costs ranging from tuition to accommodation, with hopes of replenishing funding past an initial two-year pilot period. 51 International’s previous humanitarian efforts include supporting 51 students to establish a  of the  at 51.

Related SDGs:

Zero hunger-Good health-Quality education-Peace, justice

 

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Abbotsford Disaster Relief Fund

Developed in response to the flooding in the Fall of 2021, UFV partnered with the Abbotsford Community Foundation and the Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce to establish the Abbotsford Disaster Relief Fund. The fund provides grants to local agencies involved in the disaster relief effort, as well as businesses and farmers that have been affected by the flooding.

Related SDGs:

Zero hunger-Good health-Partnerships

 

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51 Giving Days

The 51 Giving Days are an opportunity for the community to come together and raise funds to support deserving 51 students as they work toward their academic goals. Donors support one or more of their preferred causes: Student Awards; Student Emergency Funds; or the 51-SUS Food Bank. Additionally, there are bursaries, scholarships, leadership awards, entrance awards, and emergency funds that financially support students at 51. Some are created to support specific groups, such as Indigenous students and female-identifying students.

Related SDGs:

Zero hunger-Quality education-Peace, justice

 

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Student Emergency Funds

51 Student Emergency Funds are available to assist students who are experiencing unforeseen financial difficulties that are beyond their control and prevent them from reaching their educational goals.

 

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