Hinewai Clark, awardee, at the Auckland award ceremony 2017
Applications are open from 1 March to 15 April 2021
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If you have any questions, please contact: enquiries@newhorizonsforwomen.org.nz
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Purpose of the award
The Outward Bound Discovery Course Award offers a personal development opportunity for a woman who is planning to return to education and/or training.
Value of award
One award of $2,680 plus expenses*
* NOTE:
The $2,680 Award covers the Outward Bound course fee. Travel expenses to Anakiwa in the Marlborough Sounds and costs associated with completing a medical assessment are also covered for the successful applicant.
Eligibility criteria
To apply for a eight (8) day Outward Bound Discovery Course Award you must meet all the following eligibility criteria:
The applicant is a woman, who:
Is 27 years or over as at 15 April 2021
Is available during 2021 to attend an 8 day Outward Bound Discovery Course (or Masters course) dates to be decided with Outward Bound
Can confidently run 3km in under 25 minutes and complete a full day’s activity
Is willing to go smokefree at Outward Bound if normally a smoker
Is confident in water and comfortable putting head underwater
Is willing to fully disclose all medical and criminal histories
Has not previously received a NHWT:HK Outward Bound Course award.
Selection criteria
When selecting awardees, the selection panel considers the following:
Meets eligibility criteria
Previous achievements
Education and/or training plans
Rationale for receiving the award
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.