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Susie Kiely is from Ireland and is studying on our LLM in International Economic Law.

Recipient of our WLS LLM Scholarship.

When asked how she feels about winning the scholarship, Susie told us:

鈥淥verjoyed! I have been working in Malawi for the past seven years with a small NGO working on access to justice. I loved my job, however, I was getting more and more infuriated by the inequalities perpetuated by the global economic order. After discussing my criticisms with a colleague of mine in Malawi, he recommended the masters in IEL, as he had completed his PHD at Warwick. I read about the masters but I thought it was a pipe dream as I would not be able to afford it and give up my job. Getting the scholarship was the sign I needed that this was the right step. I was very sad to leave Malawi but I am committed to using the knowledge and skills I develop to fight for economic justice for developing nations.鈥�

On her time studying at Warwick so far, she shared:

鈥淚 am loving them! They're giving shape and vocabulary to the economic injustice I encountered throughout my work, but that I didn't yet have the framework to explain. The law in context approach is truly incredible, not only do we learn what the law is, but we explore where it came from, whose interests it serves, and how it has been challenged. In my opinion this is the way the law should always be taught! The lectures and seminars are highly engaging and led by experts in their fields. My classmates are so lovely and come from all over the world which creates rich discussion. Overall, a wonderful experience so far.鈥�

And on her plans for the future:

鈥淚 am currently considering a PHD, in the hope of contributing to a fairer global economic order. I would love to return to Malawi, on which there are now many eyes due to the mining of rare earth minerals, and try to offer support for this new phase of international economic activity.鈥�

Noor Aulia is from Pakistan and is studying on our LLM in International Development Law and Human Rights

Recipient of our WLS Women of Pakistan Scholarship.

Sharing her reaction to winning the scholarship, Noor said:

鈥淚 feel a great sense of pride and accomplishment. Alongside this, I also feel a deep responsibility to make the most of this opportunity, give back to my community, and use the knowledge and skills I gain to make a meaningful difference.鈥�

鈥淚 am having a wonderful experience at Warwick, both academically and beyond the classroom. I am enjoying learning from accomplished faculty, engaging with new ideas, and exchanging perspectives with peers from diverse backgrounds.鈥�

When asked about the future, Noor told us:

鈥淎fter completing my studies, I plan to return to Pakistan and continue my work in human rights advocacy, focusing on the rights of marginalised communities. I hope to build on my experience and apply what I learn at Warwick to strengthen my work in Pakistan.鈥�

Kawalpreet Kaur is from India and is studying on our PhD programme.

Recipient of our WLS PhD Scholarship.

Kawalpreet is a lawyer who primarily worked in human rights and sociolegal rights in Delhi before the Supreme Court of India and High Court of Delhi.

When asked about receiving the award and her time at Warwick, Kawalpreet said:

鈥淚 am incredibly happy to have the opportunity to return to Warwick and pursue my PhD. I completed my master鈥檚 at Warwick on a departmental scholarship, so receiving this scholarship feels doubly special. Had it not been for these opportunities, I might not have been able to pursue a higher education here. For me, this funding is a reminder of how access to education can bring in so many new minds. It has been nothing short of incredible to be back at Warwick Law School. I feel especially fortunate to be working with two of the most enthusiastic and brilliant academic minds as my supervisors, Professor Alan Norrie and Professor Ann Stewart. I am excited about all that lies ahead.鈥�

On her plans for the future, Kawalpreet told us:

鈥淚 do carry some guilt about temporarily stepping away from my legal practice, particularly when there is incredible human rights work taking place in India at the moment. At the same time, I believe that pursuing this PhD and spending time at Warwick will give me the academic freedom to think, research and engage more deeply with the questions that shape my work. I hope to return to the human rights movements and communities back home with new energy and perspectives, while also contributing to the field of study. In particular, my PhD will explore questions of collective violence and justice, an area I hope to contribute to both academically and through my continued engagement with human rights work.鈥�