Hinewai Clark, awardee, at the Auckland award ceremony 2017
Open for applications 17th July 2023
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If you have any questions, please contact: awards@newhorizonsforwomen.org.nz
Please note: You will need to sign up to register on the applications website. Once registered, you will be able to start your application. You can return to complete your application at another time, by signing back in. This video shows how to continue a partially completed application. View The Video
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
Is available during 2023/2024 to attend an 8 day Outward Bound Discovery Course (dates to be arranged by awardee 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 17th July 2023 and submit it by the closing date 16th August 2023.