Ngalaya bursaries and grants
Once-off payments for Indigenous law students and Ngalaya members in financial need
As a registered charity and the peak body for First Nations lawyers and law students in NSW/ACT, we are committed to supporting the next generation of First Nations law-makers.
Ngalaya has funds available to support Indigenous law students with once-off bursaries, or Ngalaya members with specific grants. Applications are always open, with priority given to individuals experiencing financial need.
Criteria
Ngalaya bursaries
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once-off $1,000 payment;
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available to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people currently studying a Bachelor of Laws, Juris Doctor, or PLT program in NSW or the ACT.
Ngalaya grants
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once-off payment to a Ngalaya member towards the cost of specifics goods or services to support their education, professional development or advocacy;
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e.g. conference attendance, professional training, purchasing equipment or resources;
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applicants must be current Ngalaya members.
Application process
If you are interested in applying for a Ngalaya bursary or grant, write a 1-2 page cover letter which:
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Introduces yourself and your mob;
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If applying for a bursary:
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explains your financial need, academic and social engagement, and your commitment to First Nations justice
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If applying for a grant:
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confirms your Ngalaya membership,
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provides details of the goods/activities you are seeking financial support for,
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explains how the grant would support your education or advocacy,
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explains your financial need, and
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identifies how the grant might contribute to First Nations justice.
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You may choose to include a copy of your CV and/or academic transcript to support your application. An academic transcript is mandatory for bursary applications.
Submit your application using the form below, or via email to directors@ngalaya.org.au