OpenFieldAcknowledge Education Community Leadership and Social Justice Fellowship
Prestigious fellowship supporting future social work leaders dedicated to driving evidence-based reforms in disability support, child welfare, and housing security.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Distinction average (75%+) across all completed higher education coursework.
- English language proficiency
- IELTS Academic 6.5 or equivalent native English education.
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required for community leadership appointments.
- Thesis / Research statement
- 1,000-word proposal outline for a community empowerment initiative benefiting disadvantaged urban populations.
- Recommendation letters
- Two letters of endorsement from recognized community service executives or department heads.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Fellowship grant of AUD $5,000 and executive executive mentorship with non-profit directors
- Application fee
- Zero fellowship application fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- Direct fee remission applied against final year undergraduate tuition
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- 15 January 2027 (Annual Review Round)
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Acknowledge Education documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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