Hinewai Clark, awardee, at the Auckland award ceremony 2017
Open for applications March 2022
If you have any questions, please contact: enquiries@newhorizonsforwomen.org.nz
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Purpose of award
Inspired by Peg Hutchison, the Career Change Award is to assist a woman over the age of 35 who is changing the focus of her career and entering a non-traditional field for women.
The Awards are a one-off grant to help with study and/or living expenses.
Value of award: $3,000
Eligibility criteria
Before you apply please ensure you meet all the following eligibility criteria:
A woman, who:
Is changing career focus and entering a non-traditional field for women
Is enrolled in an NZ approved tertiary programme or trade apprenticeship
Is 35 years or over as at 15 April 2021
Is a New Zealand citizen or holds a resident class visa, and currently lives in New Zealand
Has not previously received an NHWT: HK Award at the proposed level of study
Selection criteria When selecting awardees, the selection panel consider the following:
Career direction
Academic achievements
Financial circumstances
Personal circumstances
If you are eligible for this award, please complete the online application form from 1 March and submit it by the closing date 15 April 2021.