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Seven UK-based and thirteen international learners will receive fully funded online study for the NEBOSH Level 6 National or International Diploma for Occupational Health and Safety Management Professionals.

Named in memory of Michael Adamson, who tragically lost his life in a preventable workplace incident, the scholarship honours his legacy. His sister is Louise Adamson, a member of the selection panel, who says: “I am eternally indebted to NEBOSH for approaching me four years ago with the idea of naming Diploma Scholarships in memory of my wee brother. I’ve drawn so much inspiration ever since from reading the applications and following the journeys of the Scholarship recipients. Their passion and commitment to keeping others safe means that many more chapters are being written in my brother’s story, ones in which loved ones globally are being protected from harm, and keeping his memory alive in this way means the world.”

Michael Ojonugwa Akor was a 2023 scholarship recipient and has since completed the qualification. He adds: “Studying for the NEBOSH Diploma was both rewarding and challenging, especially in balancing work and study. This balance was key to my success, providing practical, real-world context to my learning. I highly recommend the Diploma and scholarship opportunity to anyone considering it. Although demanding, the investment in time and resources is invaluable for my professional growth and development."

Scholarship applications are open from 3-24 April 2025 and must be submitted via a form on the NEBOSH website. Eligible candidates will be reviewed by a panel of health and safety experts, including:

• Dee Arp, NEBOSH Chief Quality Officer
• Matt Powell-Howard, NEBOSH Head of Product Development
• Louise Adamson, Michael’s sister and NEBOSH Ambassador
• Doha Mattar, NEBOSH Diploma holder and EHS Director at Pepsico
• Martin Brazier, NEBOSH Diploma holder and Health and Safety Advisor at Lubrizol

For full details and application guidance, visit www.nebosh.org.uk/scholarship.