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Education Awards

The Hine Kahukura Awards 2023 are now closed. Results will be shared on 18th October.
The next round of awards opens July 2024.
Eligibility for Education Awards 
We welcome applications from women who meet the following criteria:
  • Are enrolled in an NZQA approved tertiary qualification 
  • Are a citizen of New Zealand or hold a resident class visa and live in New Zealand 
  • Are studying at Certificate level (NZQA level (3-4) or Diploma level (NZQA level 5-6) or Degree Level, (NZQA levels 7 and above)
  • Have not previously received a New Horizons for Women Trust: Hine Kahukura award at the level of study being applied for

Targeted Awards
In addition to general eligibility requirements listed above, we also offer targeted Education Awards in 2023 for:
  • Refugee and/or migrant women 
  • Women studying STEM subjects (science, technology, engineering or mathematics) at degree level
  • Women studying for a trade qualification or in an apprenticeship
  • Women who have had their secondary education curtailed due to teen motherhood and are now studying at degree level while a solo parent.
  • Women studying business at foundation or certificate level (NZQA level 3-4)
  • Pasifika women studying Early Childhood Education (at any level)
  • Women undertaking environmental studies (at any level)
  • Women studying in non-traditional fields

Value of Awards
The value of awards is determined by the NZQA level the applicant is studying at, and may differ from year to year depending on the funds available:
  • Levels 3-4 $1000
  • Levels 5-6 $1500
  • Level 7 and above $3000

​Selection Criteria
When considering the application, emphasis will be placed on:
  • Academic record and potential to successfully complete your programme of study
  • Background information including reasons for returning to education, future study or employment goals
  • How the award will contribute to your success​
Please note that successful applicants will need to provide certified evidence of their 2024 course enrolment prior to receiving the money associated with their award.
Thank you to our 2023 Education Award Sponsors
Alexandra Kilpatrick Fund - ​Dawn & Arthur Ibbotson  Fund - Deborah East - Edward Kay Charitable Trust - Ellen McCrae - Fisk Wake Educational Charitable Trust - Graduate Women North Shore - Gwen Ryan Educational Trust Fund - Dr Sally Hasell - Marlene Smith - NHWT:HK Endowment Fund - Olive Tree Charitable Trust - Second-Chance Group - Teupoko'ina Utanga Morgan Memorial Fund - Anonymous
New Horizons for Women: Hine Kahukura

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