Phoebe Wanganeen Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Scholarship

Phoebe Wanganeen was a highly respected Aboriginal Elder. Her passion for improving access to education for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people was something she championed throughout her life.”

To recognise Phoebe Wanganeen’s contribution the City of Salisbury has awarded the Phoebe Wanganeen Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Scholarship since 2008.

 
This Scholarship supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander City of Salisbury residents enrolled in their first post secondary course to study at any university in Australia, vocational training course at any TAFE or Registered Training Organisation (RTO) in Australia.

Scholarship details

Value: $6,000 approx. total

Availability: 3 scholarships offered

Application dates

Closed

Close: 25/03/2023

Options


This scholarship is for:

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants

Areas of study:

  • Any Area of Study

At Institution:

Any in Australia

Study level:

  • Undergraduate
  • VET courses

Study Load:

  • Full Time
  • Part Time

Location:

  • ACT
  • NSW
  • NT
  • SA
  • QLD
  • TAS
  • VIC
  • WA

Eligibility Criteria

“To be eligible for a Scholarship you must be:
  • of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent;
 
  • a resident of the City of Salisbury;
 
  • able to demonstrate how the Phoebe Wanganeen Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Scholarship Program will support you in attaining your educational goals/qualifications;
 
  • and be enrolled in your first post-secondary course in either;
 
  1. an undergraduate degree at any any university in Australia or;
  2. vocational training course at TAFE  or RTO in Australia (note: you are still eligible to apply if previously participated in a school-based apprenticeship).

How to Apply

Applicants must attach with their application:
  • confirmation of enrolment
  • contact details for two referees
  • confirmation of Aboriginal and or Torres Strait Islander descent and
  • evidence of being a resident of City of Salisbury
Late applications will not be considered.

Further Information

If you have any enquiries please contact the City Of Salisbury Council on (08) 8406 8222 or via email city@salisbury.sa.gov.au.