Australian Leadership Scholarship for Women
“Courage is very important in leadership – courage to follow through on your dream.” General Eva Burrows
The following scholarship reflects General Eva Burrows commitment to advance social justice, education and the development of the next generation of leaders. The 13th General of The Salvation Army from 1986-1993 she was known as the "people’s General” for her ability to connect with the vulnerable in society and engage warmly with people of all backgrounds and ages. This scholarship ensures General Eva’s commitment and passion for education and the development of leaders will become a lasting legacy.
The 2024 Eva Burrows Australian Leadership Scholarship for Women will be awarded to a female who has undertaken substantial paid or unpaid work in the delivery of the mission of The Salvation Army in the previous two years and is seeking support to develop their leadership capabilities. A scholarship of up to $25,000 AUD, for study at Eva Burrows College or another institution, will be granted to a woman who exhibits General Eva Burrows values of leadership and commitment to serving on the frontline.
We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and the Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) community.
Applications for the 2024 Eva Burrows Leadership Scholarship are closed.
Who can apply?
If you answer yes to all the questions below you are eligible to apply for the Eva Burrows Australian Leadership Scholarship for Women.
- I am a citizen or permanent resident of Australia or a person of Australian Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent living in Australia.
- I am a woman who has undertaken substantial paid and/or unpaid work in frontline Salvation Army service (ie. directly involved in the delivery of mission) in the last two years.
- I am over 25 years of age at the time of application.
- I am in good physical and emotional health.
- I have demonstrated effective leadership and commitment to the development of myself and others.
- I consider myself a role model in my area of influence.
- I am able to set out a clear study proposal that identifies the benefit to my leadership and service that the study will bring.
- I can meet the entry requirements of my proposed study.
- I have not previously been a recipient of the Eva Burrows Scholarship.
Why apply?
The successful applicant will receive one year financial support of up to $25,000 AUD for study at Eva Burrows College or another institution. The scholarship will cover education expenses towards the approved study and/or related travel, along with mentoring throughout their period of study.
How do I apply?
Application for 2024 scholarship closed 16 August 2024. Click here to apply
For any further enquiries contact:
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