| Quelle: World Education Services
TORONTO, May 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Today, World Education Services (WES) announces two new scholarship initiatives in Canadaāone focused on expanding career pathways for immigrant youth and the other dedicated to helping refugee students access higher education.
These awards, totaling over $150,000 in funding, will be celebrated at a special event this week in Toronto, commemorating 25 years of WESā impact in Canada and the organizationās commitment to helping people learn, work, and thrive in new places.
āFor 25 years, WESāalongside its partnersāhas worked to remove barriers and unlock opportunities for immigrants, refugees, and international students, ensuring that their talent is recognized, valued, and included in shaping Canadaās future,ā said Shamira Madhany, Managing Director, Canada, and Deputy Executive Director, WES. āAs we celebrate this milestone, we reaffirm our commitment to building systems that support newcomers’ efforts to reach their full potential, turning aspiration into impact and strengthening the fabric of Canadaās shared prosperity.ā
āFor over 50 years, WES has been at the forefront of expanding opportunities through impact-driven global partnerships, including 25 years of dedicated work in Canada,ā said Esther Benjamin, CEO and Executive Director, WES. āTogether with the Reach Alliance and ISOW we demonstrate the power of collaboration to drive meaningful change and create more inclusive economies. As we look ahead, we will continue to work with our partners to build bridges between countries and communities and keep working toward a world where anyone can thrive anywhere.ā
āAs a global social enterprise, WES stands out for its longstanding and steadfast commitment to recognizing the value of peopleās international experience and education,ā said Sidney Hargro, chair of the WES Board of Trustees. āLast year alone, WES supported more than 335,000 people looking to contribute their talent in Canada. This is only possible through partnerships with those who share our vision of enabling immigrants and refugees to fully contribute to the workforce, economy, and their communities. As we reflect on our 25 years in Canada, it is with enormous gratitude for each of those partners.ā
About World Education Services
Founded in 1974, World Education Services (WES) is a non-profit social enterprise that supports the educational, economic, and social inclusion of immigrants, refugees, and international students. From evaluating academic credentials to shaping policy, designing programs, and providing philanthropic funding, we partner with a diverse set of organizations, leaders, and networks to uplift individuals and drive systems change.
For more information, contact Jessica Cheng, Corporate Communications Manager,
World Education Services: T: +1.416.972.5054. E: jcheng@wes.org.
