Ngalaya First Nations Law Scholarship

The Ngalaya First Nations Law Scholarship was established by Ngalaya Indigenous Corporation, the peak body for First Nations lawyers and law students in NSW/ACT to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students pursuing a law degree in NSW and the ACT. The scholarship is available with support from Colin Biggers & Paisley, and the Australian Department of Health.

This scholarship is for:

Open to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Students Only

Areas of study:
  • Law and Paralegal Studies
At Institution:
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Study Level:
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Study Load:
All Loads
Location:
Eligibility Criteria:

Applicants for the Ngalaya First Nations Law Scholarship must be:

• Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, and

• Enrolled in a Bachelor of Laws, Diploma of Law, Juris Doctor, or Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice at a tertiary

institution in NSW or the ACT.

Applicants will be assessed based on their:

• Demonstrated commitment to First Nations justice,

• Demonstrated involvement in community-focused work,

• Potential to advance First Nations’ interests throughout their legal career, and

• Financial need.

How to Apply

To apply, send an application including copies of:

• Current academic transcript or other proof of enrolment,

• Curriculum vitae/resume,

• Cover letter (3 page maximum) addressing the selection criteria, and

• Any other supporting evidence.

Further Information

Details not available.

$5000 approx. total
1 Year
1 scholarship offered
Closed
Close: 16/08/2024