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Announcing the LMHANJ Scholarship Program

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We are excited to announce the launch of the Latino Mental Health Association of New Jersey Scholarship! This initiative is dedicated to supporting master's and doctoral students who are committed to pursuing careers in mental health and serving the Latinx community. 

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Our scholarships aim to alleviate the financial burden of education, empowering students to focus on their studies and professional development. By investing in your education, we strive to cultivate a diverse and skilled workforce equipped to address the unique mental health needs of our community.

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Applications for the LMHANJ Scholarship are now open! We encourage eligible students to apply and take advantage of this opportunity to further your academic and professional journey in the mental health field. 

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ELIGIBILITY
CRITERIA

  • Enrolled in or accepted to a graduate or doctoral program in the mental health field

  • Current resident of the state of New Jersey

  • Desire or commitment to working with the Latino population

  • Willingness to becoming a member of the Latino Mental Health Association of New Jersey

  • Commitment to attend the LMHANJ 2025 Annual Conference on March 21st at Seton Hall.

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APPLICATION COMPONENTS

  • Proof of standing from a program director or an acceptance letter

  • Resume 

  • 2 Letters of Recommendation (1 being from a professor)

  • Commitment Statement or a 3-Minute Video demonstrating an understanding of the unique mental health  needs of the Latino population and how your future role in the mental health field you aspire to meet those needs.​

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APPLICATION
TIMELINE

  • Applications open November 4, 2024.

  • Application deadline on January 17, 2025.

  • Virtual Interviews scheduled between January 20th and February 14th.

  • Recipients informed by February 21, 2025. 

  • Recipients awarded at the LMHANJ Annual Conference on March 21, 2025 at Seton Hall University. 

How to Apply

To begin your application, click the button below to access the online application form. Ensure that all components are submitted by the application deadline for consideration.

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If you have questions as you are completing the application, feel free to contact us at hola@latinomentalhealthnj.com

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