Scholarship Application Letter Midwife in Nepal Kathmandu – Free Word Template Download with AI

Dear Scholarship Committee,

I am writing this Scholarship Application Letter with profound enthusiasm to apply for the Midwifery Education Scholarship at the Kathmandu-based Institute of Nursing and Midwifery (INM). As a dedicated young woman from rural Nepal with deep roots in the healthcare challenges of my community, I have committed my life to becoming a compassionate and skilled Midwife who will serve women in Nepal Kathmandu and beyond. This scholarship represents not merely financial assistance, but a vital pathway to transform my lifelong dream into tangible service for mothers and newborns across our nation.

Growing up in the remote hills of Dhading district, I witnessed the devastating consequences of inadequate maternal healthcare firsthand. At age 14, my elder sister suffered complications during childbirth due to inaccessible skilled birth attendance, leaving her with lifelong health challenges. That experience ignited a fire within me—I vowed to become a Midwife who would ensure no mother or child endures such preventable suffering in Nepal Kathmandu or its surrounding regions. Since then, I have volunteered for three years with the Nepal Maternal Health Initiative (NMHI), providing basic prenatal education to 200+ rural women in Chitwan and Lalitpur districts. These experiences cemented my conviction that culturally sensitive, community-centered midwifery care is the cornerstone of reducing Nepal’s maternal mortality rate—which remains unacceptably high at 165 deaths per 100,000 live births according to WHO 2022 data.

My academic journey reflects this commitment. I graduated top of my class (GPA: 3.9/4.0) from Kathmandu Public School with a focus on biology and community health, earning a silver medal for extracurricular service in healthcare outreach. Currently, I am completing my bachelor’s degree in Public Health at Tribhuvan University’s Institute of Medicine, where I’ve maintained consistent academic excellence while interning at the Birendranagar Community Health Center. There, I assisted licensed midwives during deliveries and witnessed how limited access to trained professionals in urban slums like Patan and Baluwatar leads to 35% of Kathmandu Valley mothers receiving no skilled prenatal care (Nepal Demographic Health Survey 2022). This stark reality fuels my resolve to specialize in midwifery—not just as a career, but as a moral imperative.

The Midwife program at INM is uniquely positioned to equip me with the expertise needed for Nepal’s healthcare landscape. Unlike standard nursing curricula, INM’s holistic approach integrates evidence-based clinical training with cultural competency modules on Nepali traditions, religious beliefs affecting maternal care, and emergency obstetric protocols essential for Kathmandu’s high-volume urban maternity wards. The program also emphasizes community health outreach—a critical need given that 62% of Nepal’s rural mothers travel over two hours to reach the nearest facility (World Bank 2023). I am particularly eager to learn under Dr. Anjali Shrestha, a pioneer in integrating traditional birth attendants into formal midwifery networks, a model desperately needed across Nepal Kathmandu.

Financial barriers remain the most significant obstacle to my education. My family’s annual income of NPR 180,000 (approx. $1,350 USD) from subsistence farming cannot cover INM’s tuition (NPR 450,000 annually), let alone living expenses in Kathmandu. Without this scholarship, I would be forced to abandon my studies or take on debt that could delay my service to communities for years. This Scholarship Application Letter is not just a request for funds—it is an investment in Nepal’s future health security. Every NPR 250,000 grant will directly fund: (1) 8 months of specialized midwifery training at INM’s state-of-the-art simulation lab; (2) essential clinical placement costs in Kathmandu Metropolitan City hospitals; and (3) community health toolkit development for my post-graduation outreach program.

My vision extends far beyond graduation. Upon completing the program, I will return to Kathmandu’s underserved communities with a two-part mission: First, to establish "Sahyog Maternity Clinics" in Thamel and Naxal—areas where maternal mortality is 2.1x higher than urban averages—providing free prenatal screenings and childbirth education in Nepali. Second, I will train 50 traditional birth attendants (TBAs) in safe delivery practices through a partnership with Nepal Health Research Council (NHRC), creating a sustainable referral network to reduce delays in emergency care. In Nepal Kathmandu, where the maternal health gap between urban and rural populations is widening, such initiatives are not optional—they are life-saving necessities.

I have already begun laying groundwork for this mission: I secured a letter of intent from Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC) to utilize their vacant community health centers for clinic operations. I’ve also partnered with the Nepal Midwives Association to develop culturally appropriate educational materials in Maithili and Tamang dialects, ensuring accessibility for marginalized groups. This Scholarship Application Letter is the final step in mobilizing these plans—enabling me to train as a certified Midwife capable of scaling this work across 20+ wards of Kathmandu Valley within five years.

The cost of my education is substantial, but the return on investment for Nepal’s health system is immeasurable. A single skilled midwife can reduce maternal mortality by up to 60% in resource-limited settings (WHO 2021), and Kathmandu’s population growth (3.8% annually) demands immediate expansion of this workforce. In the words of Dr. Renuka Khadka, INM’s Dean: “Every woman who gives birth in Nepal deserves a midwife who sees her as a person, not just a patient.” This scholarship will empower me to embody that philosophy daily across Nepal Kathmandu.

I am prepared to demonstrate my commitment through rigorous academic performance, community engagement, and ethical leadership. My references from Dr. Sharmila Gurung (INM Faculty) and Mr. Suman Thapa (NMHI Director), both included with this application, attest to my dedication and potential. I have attached proof of income verification, a detailed budget plan, and a letter of support from KMC for your review.

Thank you for considering my Scholarship Application Letter. This opportunity would not only transform my life but illuminate the path for countless mothers in Nepal Kathmandu. I am eager to contribute to Nepal’s vision of "Health for All" and stand ready to discuss how this scholarship will catalyze a lasting impact on maternal health in our nation.

Sincerely,

Aarati Sharma

Address: Ward No. 21, Kirtipur, Kathmandu, Nepal

Email: [email protected] | Phone: +977-9841234567

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