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The Courage to Persevere Award
The Courage to Persevere Award supports students registered with the Centre for Accessible Learning who have experienced a significant mental health challenge and are persevering to continue their studies.
Funds Raised
$ 11,092
Raised by 113 supporters
Goal: $20,000
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Every year, students continue their education despite facing adversity—and you can honour and recognize them for their strength through the Courage to Persevere Project!
The Project is an initiative that aims to support mental health warrior students by establishing awards at institutions of higher learning.
The first Courage to Persevere Award was established at Simon Fraser University by Megan Monkman and her family to offer financial aid, encouragement, and validation to students living with mental health conditions. A second Courage to Persevere Award has now been established at the University of Victoria, specifically for Indigenous graduate students.
The awards are intended to honour those students who often struggle in silence. It is a small gesture toward eliminating stigma for all; but it is hopefully a significant act for each student that receives an award.
For Megan, this cause hits close to home. In her final year studying at Simon Fraser University, she experienced a debilitating mental health crisis which affected her ability to learn, impacted her social ...read more
Donation Impact
This award supports students registered with the Centre for Accessible Learning who have experienced a significant mental health challenge and are persevering to continue their studies.
You can be the difference for a student who may be facing barriers as they pursue a university education. Join us in taking action and raising an additional $9,000 to support students.