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.