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NACCHO Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Pharmacist Scholarship

NACCHO is excited to announce the 2nd year of the NACCHO Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Pharmacist Scholarship* which provides subsidy and support for prospective or current Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander pharmacy students. 

The scholarship program aims to build the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander pharmacist workforce and to raise the profile of the beneficial role that pharmacy and pharmacists can play in supporting appropriate and culturally safe care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. 

Each recipient will receive up to $10,000 per annum to contribute to university expenses. The scholarship also offers support and mentorship from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health professionals and organisations to ensure ongoing integration and connection with the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community controlled health sector. 

For questions or further information, please contact Mike Stephens on 0408 278 204 or mike.stephens@naccho.org.au 

*Proudly supported by a grant from Sanofi 

Eligibility

Applications are open to those who:

  • identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander
  • are enrolled (or accepted for enrolment) as a student at an Australian university in an undergraduate or postgraduate pharmacy program that leads to a qualification as a pharmacist

Program Support

The scholarship will be paid in two instalments of $5,000. To receive the payments, recipients must show evidence of ongoing enrolment past the university census date. For part-time students, payment will be made on a pro-rata rate. 

Support and mentorship for successful recipients is throughout the Scholarship Program. 

Application Process

NACCHO has established a Selection Panel consisting of several Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander health professionals and representatives, including pharmacists, with sector knowledge. The Panel, in consultation with the recipients, will consider the most appropriate type of mentorship, including the frequency and modes of contact. 

Eligible applicants are to submit:

  • completed application form
  • CV/resume with 2 referees and letters of support (if available)

Applicants must declare in their application if they are currently receiving any other scholarship or bursary that contributes to university fees or study expenses.  

Previous recipients may reapply. 

Applications are closed for 2023.

If you have any questions regarding the scholarship, please contact pharmacy@naccho.org.au.