PLACE Scholarship 2026

Submissions are now being accepted. Submissions close at midnight (end of day) 18 May 2026 (AEST).

 

PLACE is delighted to launch its inaugural scholarship program. We invite anyone working or volunteering in place-based work to apply.  

Applicants may apply for one course only in this round. If you’re interested in more than one, please select the one most relevant to your current work.

All you have to do is: 

  • Enrol and complete the course within the next 6-12 months 
  • look through this list and choose the training you would like to do 
  • tell us a bit more about yourself and the place-based initiative (PBI) you work/volunteer for  
  • describe the impact this training could have in your community  

If the training you choose is only delivered face-to-face, we will fund your travel too, just tell us if this is the case.  

PLACE will assess applications on the following criteria: 

  • Your work focuses on improving outcomes for communities that face barriers due to things like location, culture, disability, financial disadvantage, or access to services  
  • Demonstrated ability to apply community-led, place-based approaches in your work 

We will prioritise applications from these sectors: early childhood, youth justice, employment, housing, health, human services and net zero transitions. 

If you are successful in your application: 

  • you will receive a letter of acceptance from PLACE

  • PLACE will confirm your place with the training provider

  • PLACE will arrange payment directly with the provider

  • you can begin training once enrolment is confirmed

  • you join a Scholarships Peer Group to connect with other scholars

Start your application form or email us if you have any questions.