Hoe Tahi AOD Scholarships

Background

Te Rau Matatini with the support of Matua Raki are pleased to release Hoe Tahi Scholarship programme.

Funded by the Ministry of Health, the scholarships are part of a new workforce development initiative for staff working with clients and their family/whānau who have been through, or are currently in, the Justice system with Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) issues.

Eligibility

The scholarships are available to those:

• Currently working in the AOD sector who are committed to ongoing professional development
• Working (now or in the future) with whānau who have been through, or are currently in, the Justice system with AOD issues
• Undetaking a relevant study programme in the 2012 academic year
• Looking for a career in the AOD sector, and
• Eligible to work in New Zealand

Applicants must also demonstrate commitment to:

• Studies leading to successful completion
• Effective AOD services for whānau and families.

All applicants will be considered however priority will be given to Rural AOD, Tangata Whaiora, Māori and Pacific AOD Practitioners and Practitioners working with youth.

Value

Varies

Closing Date

20 January 2012

More Information

For further information & application forms, visit the Te Rau Matatini website