Deadline: 31 October 2016
The Rural Industries Research & Development Corporation (RIRDC) is seeking applicants for its Rural Women’s Award 2017 with an aim to support emerging women leaders who have the desire, commitment and leadership potential to make a greater contribution to primary industries and rural communities.
The Award acknowledges women’s leadership capacity in effecting change and influence through connecting and collaborating, and creates opportunities for women to drive innovation and build resilience. The Award also encourages primary industries and their communities to embrace diversity in leadership to successfully navigate future challenges.
Focus Areas
- Innovation
- Creativity
- Community sustainability
- Education
- Productivity
- Agribusiness
- Regional development
Funding Information
The $10,000 bursary is awarded to each state and territory winner and provides the resources to bring to life a project or initiative that will benefit rural industries and communities.
Eligibility Criteria
- The Award is open to all women involved in primary industries and/or rural Australia.
- No formal qualifications are required.
- Potential applicants can express their interest through the Expression of Interest process and gain access to mentors and feedback whilst undertaking their applications.
- The application process alone provides a leadership development opportunity for applicants to focus their passion.
How to Apply
Interested applicants must fill the entry form via given website.
For more information, please visit Rural Women’s Award.