NPM New Horizons for Women Trust Research Award

Grant Status:

Closed

Opening and Closing Dates:

Sunday, March 1, 2020 - 13:00 to Friday, May 1, 2020 - 00:00

Submissions for NPM's 2020 New Horizon for Women Trust Award are now closed. Please ensure you are on our mailing list and connected to NPM through our Facebook page to be notified of any future opportunities.

This co-funded research award between Ngā Pae o te Māramatanga (NPM) and New Horizons for Women Trust (NHWT) is for Wāhine Māori researchers. The award of $10,000 aims to support research that benefits Māori women, girls and/or whānau in Aotearoa New Zealand, is made annually and is a one off grant to assist in research and/or living expenses while conducting this research.

Eligibility criteria

Before you apply please ensure you meet ALL the following eligibility criteria:

Is Wāhine Māori or the research group is led by Wāhine Māori
Is engaged in research that benefits Māori women, girls and/or whānau in Aotearoa, New Zealand
Is a New Zealand citizen or holds a resident class visa; and currently lives in Aotearoa ,New Zealand
Has not previously received a NHWT or NPM Research Award

Selection criteria

When selecting awardees, the selection panel will consider the following:

Quality of the proposed research project
Project schedule and evidence of progress
Financial circumstances
Researchers capability to conduct the research project
Benefit to Māori women, girls and/or whānau in Aotearoa New Zealand

How to apply for an award

If you are eligible for this award please complete the online application form here

Applications close 30 April 2020

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