Scholarship Recipients

Juliana Janev, hailing from Strumica, is a 15-year-old student currently in her second year at the prestigious “Sergei Mihailov” in-state musical high school in Shtip. Since an early age, Juliana has cultivated a deep passion for the piano, and she actively promotes classical music within her peer group and the wider public. From the very beginning of her musical education, Juliana has stood out for her unwavering dedication to unraveling the intricacies of piano performance.
Juliana has showcased her talent at numerous concerts, festivals, and competitions across Macedonia and throughout Europe. With two successful piano recitals already under her belt, she has emerged as a remarkable performer. Her exceptional skills have earned her an impressive collection of accolades, including 35 special first and first prizes from both international and national competitions for young pianists.
Youthful and driven, Juliana possesses an insatiable thirst for knowledge and a relentless pursuit of excellence. Her sights are set on becoming a world-renowned pianist, aspiring to grace the grand stages of the global music scene.

Melani Ivanova, an 18-year-old individual, was born in Shtip. She currently attends the “Slavcho Stojmenski” High School in Shtip, where she is in her fourth year of study. Her greatest passion and a constant source of fulfillment lie in writing and creating poetry and prose.Melani actively engages in various municipal, regional, state, and international contests, competitions, and workshops. By participating in these events, she nurtures her talent and enhances her personal growth by acquiring new skills and cultivating creative ideas. Through her literary works, she successfully captures her innovative spirit and skill, resonating with the hearts of those who have the privilege of hearing or reading her verses.Melani Ivanova has achieved notable successes throughout her journey, some of which include:– first prize at the municipal literary competition titled “Voice Textile” during the Textiliada 6.– first prize at the International Literary Festival for Poetry, Culture, and Art, which was organized by Milica Paulus and the World Poetry Association.– sole winner of a regional literary competition announced by the Society for Science, Literature, Culture, and Art “Ivan Vasilevski.” And many more.

Tamara Stojanovska, a third-year student at the Vocational High School “St. Cyril and Methodius” in Ohrid, specializes in the health profession. She is currently interning at the PHI Specialized Hospital for Cardiovascular Diseases as part of their team.Tamara has actively participated in state and international physics competitions, earning recognition and winning awards. Her involvement in these innovative competitions led to her official designation as a Karate Master with a black belt in 2020. She has achieved multiple medals, including a gold medal at both the state and international levels. Starting in 2022, Tamara became a member of the Karate Federation of Macedonia.Additionally, Tamara secured first place for a literary work she made in honor of the 100th anniversary of the poet Aco Shopov. She has also been a participant in multiple categories of the MASSUM program, with a notable accomplishment being her contribution to the movie “Perfect Life.” This film’s success has allowed her work to be featured in media outlets such as Voice of America and others.Her primary challenge and focus lie in the search for a cancer drug, which she actively pursues.

Emanuel Avramoski lives in the village of Samokov, but he studies in the middle municipal school “Saint Naum Ohridski” in Makedonski Brod. He completed primary education with excellent success in the same municipality.
During his education, he has participated in various competitions in various subjects, where he won many awards and recognitions, although natural sciences predominate in that context.
He also participated in several separate projects, among which Green Europe stands out. As part of the activities included in that project, he visited a collaborating school in Turkey, where he was involved in activities, presentations, and lectures for the improvement of ecological and environmental issues.
Quite important, is the fact that his obsession and hobby are: participation in projects that bring something new, better, and revolutionary; as well as reading books.
Three attributes that mark him out are vision, enthusiasm, and loyalty.

Iva Kostovska, who resides in Tetovo, is an 18-year-old student attending “Josip Broz Tito” High School in Skopje. She is currently in her fourth year of study. Her academic interests revolve around biology, chemistry, and informatics.
Iva actively participates in various competitions at the municipal, regional, and state levels, consistently achieving commendable results. For instance, she secured third place in this year’s state competition in the field of biology. She has also taken part in training sessions organized by the Red Cross, focusing on first aid. Additionally, she engages in discussions and projects outside of school, primarily centered around informatics, ecology, and chemistry.
In terms of her aspirations, Iva envisions herself as a bioinformatics engineer in the future.

Natalija Tasevska hails from Stoimirovo and is currently enrolled at “Aco Ruskovski” High School in Berovo (2nd year). Her insatiable thirst for knowledge drives her to seek daily improvement. Natalija actively engages in a multitude of competitions and school organizations. She channels her artistic expression through captivating artwork and resonating musical compositions (plays piano and harmonics). During her time in elementary school, she triumphed with her mandolin orchestra, securing the coveted first place. Furthermore, Natalija’s artistic talents were recognized when her drawing was chosen for an esteemed exhibition at the Skopje Museum, where she was honored with a diploma.
Her accomplishments extend beyond the realm of art. Natalija clinched third position in a biology competition and secured second place in a Macedonian language competition for poetry. Additionally, she has actively participated in English, Chemistry, and poetry contests. As the new school year approaches, Natalija is eagerly anticipating her continued involvement in a diverse array of competitions, including those centered around science, mathematics, and informatics.

Jovana Ana Hadzi Hristovska, from Chucher Sandevo (Skopje), is a third-year scholar at “Orce Nikolov” High School in Skopje. Throughout her academic journey, she has actively participated in various projects, focusing specifically on engaging in debates concerning environmental issues.
One defining aspect of her character is her unwavering commitment to making a positive impact on the world. She volunteers at the Red Cross, dedicating her time and effort to serving others and working towards a better future for all. Regarding her notable achievements, she mentions her diplomas from Red Cross competitions and her certificate from the exchange program in Switzerland at the Kids Village Pestalozzi. Additionally, she highlights her diploma from a recent exchange program in Italy with Erasmus.
However, her interests extend beyond volunteering and social activitie. She also possesses a deep passion for coding and robotics, deriving immense joy from utilizing her skills to create innovative robots. These endeavors allow her to express her creativity while embracing the technical challenges that arise along the way.
With an extensive track record of project participation, a genuine desire to serve her community, and a fervor for exploring the realm of robotics, she embodies the spirit of a dedicated and versatile scholar. She firmly believes in the power of education and meaningful contributions, striving to leave a lasting impact on the world around her.

Tijana Manasova, a high school student at “Kocho Racin” in Sveti Nikole, is currently in her third year of studies. She is an enthusiastic participant in various natural sciences competitions, with a particular focus on biology and geography, where she has consistently achieved remarkable results in state-level competitions. Additionally, Tijana possesses exceptional abilities in both natural and social sciences, and she exhibits a remarkable talent for mathematics.
Through her relentless dedication and hard work, Tijana consistently attains her goals and aspirations.

Alexandra Novakoska identifies herself as a student enrolled at the Vocational High School “Brakja Miladinovci” in Skopje, specializing in the “Technician for Phytomedicine” major. She successfully completed her third year of studies, achieving an excellent GPA of 5.0.
In 2022, Alexandra achieved first place in the 50th state competition for school students with agricultural, veterinary, and forestry professions in Macedonia. Her accomplishment was in the discipline of “Recognition of Seeds and Weeds.” Additionally, in the same year, she secured second place in a municipal competition for fire protection, specifically within the Kisela Voda municipality. Alexandra’s involvement in the UPSHIFT project revolved around the topic of soil. She actively participated as a member of the “Terra Madre” team. Their project, focused on the soil cycle, received approval from the UPSHIFT committee, and they were awarded funding to carry out the project.
This scholarship will greatly assist Alexandra in pursuing her plans, providing financial support to complete her secondary education and enroll in a faculty related to “Food Quality and Safety,” “Nutritionism,” or “Phytomedicine.”

Mihail Shapcheski, who hails from Prilep, completed his primary education at the “Kocho Racin” primary school in Prilep, achieving excellent success in all years. He displayed a keen interest in learning from a young age, particularly in mathematics, and actively participated in various competitions, achieving outstanding results. During the 8th grade, he was introduced to physics, which sparked his passion for the subject. Mihail dedicated a significant portion of his time to solving tasks, and his efforts paid off when he had the honor of representing Macedonia at the International Junior Science Olympiad (IJSO) in Colombia, where he secured a bronze medal.
Currently, Mihail is a scholarship beneficial at the high school “Yahja Kemal” in Skopje.
Additionally, he has been practicing karate since the age of 4 and has earned several awards in the discipline.
Despite his love for learning, Mihail believes in striking a balance by valuing the importance of making friends and enjoying leisure activities.