The Farida & Javed Malik Grant

    For women whose ambition outpaces their tuition budget.

    A fully-funded grant supporting women across every industry to join Activation Lab cohorts. Established in honour of Farida & Javed Malik, the grant exists to ensure that financial circumstance never decides who gets to build AI fluency.

    About the Grant

    Named for Farida & Javed Malik.

    The Farida & Javed Malik Grant covers tuition for women who have been accepted into an Activation Lab cohort but cannot afford the fees. We accept applications from women in any industry — hospitality, finance, healthcare, retail, manufacturing, professional services, and everything in between.

    There are no quotas tied to a single sector. What we look for is intent, trajectory, and the conviction that AI fluency will change what you can do for your team and your career.

    • Up to 100% tuition coverage for any Activation Lab cohort
    • Open to women across every industry we serve

    Apply for the grant

    Applications reviewed on a rolling basis

    Eligibility

    Who the grant is for.

    • Demonstrated financial need — tuition is a genuine barrier
    • Currently working in, or transitioning into, any industry (hospitality, finance, healthcare, retail, manufacturing, professional services, and beyond)
    • Committed to completing the full cohort and contributing to the community

    Questions? Email grant@activationlab.com

    Frequently asked

    Who is the grant named after?

    The grant is named in honour of Farida & Javed Malik, whose belief in education as the great equaliser inspired Activation Lab to make our cohorts accessible to women who would otherwise be priced out.

    Do I need to work in a specific industry to apply?

    No. The grant is open to women working in — or moving into — any industry. We accept applications from across hospitality, finance, healthcare, retail, manufacturing, professional services, and beyond.

    Does the grant cover the full tuition?

    Yes, the grant can cover up to 100% of cohort tuition. Partial awards are also offered when partial funding is sufficient to make attendance possible.

    Do I need to be admitted to a cohort before applying?

    No — you can apply for the grant alongside your cohort application. Our team will coordinate both reviews together.

    Is the grant available every cohort?

    Yes. A set number of grant seats are reserved in every cohort we run, all year round.