Flinders University Soroptimist International of Adelaide Inc. 2024

An annual travel award is open for tertiary women seeking to attend a conference or seminar, either face to face or online, which will broaden the applicants' knowledge of their chosen field of study.

Aim and Benefits

The Travel Award will be of a monetary sum of up to $1000, or such lesser amount as determined by the Selection Committee, and will be awarded by 1 September 2024. The winner of the award will also win a one year membership to Soroptimist International Adelaide Inc.

Requirements

The female applicant/s must be at least 18 years of age at the time of making application and a resident of South Australia.
The Travel Award will only be granted for forward projects. Applications can not be made for travel that has already occurred.
The Travel Award cannot be given twice to the same person, but previously unsuccessful candidates are encouraged to re-apply.

Interview date, Process and Venue

Applicants must apply before July 31st of each year to be considered for that years Travel Award.
Receipt of applications will generally be acknowledged within one month.
The project, for which the Travel Award application is made, must be for travel to a meeting, seminar, symposium or conference, either in Australia or overseas, as part of a tertiary course of study. The travel must be to further her studies and/or research. The Selection Committee will consider the extent to which the proposed travel will enhance work in the chosen field.
The applicant/s may be requested to provide further information and/or a breakdown of the anticipated expenses associated with the travel.
The Selection Committee may, at its discretion, interview candidates for the Award.
The Selection Committee may, at its discretion, dispense with any aspect of the eligibility criteria. The decision of the Selection Committee is final. However, the applicant/s will be given feedback if requested.