Anthony and Robin Radford Family Student Grant

The Anthony and Robin Radford Family Student Grant will be awarded to an undergraduate student from a refugee background who demonstrates financial need.An Adelaide medical graduate, Professor Emeritus Anthony Radford A.M. was inspired to work in Papua New Guinea (PNG). He was the only doctor for up to 50,000 people and implemented courses in rural medicine and development in the Department of Health and later at the University of PNG. His wife Robin was involved in social work, community development and original research in local history. Anthony’s career spanned 5 continents and 45 countries and included refugee settlements to support those at risk in the world.The grant funds are designed to assist recipients with their living and/or education expenses.

Eligibility

Applicants will be studying full time at any year level in one of the following undergraduate programs:- Physiotherapy- Nursing and Midwifery- Occupational Therapy- Medical Radiation Sciences- Podiatry- Social Work- Speech Pathology Eligibility and selection criteria:- Australian Citizen, Australian Permanent Resident or the holder of a Permanent Humanitarian Visa, Temporary Protection Visa or Bridging Visa.- Enrolled in an eligible undergraduate program.- Commencing or continuing student.- Full-time load.- Demonstrated financial hardship. A refugee background is a person who has held, currently holds or has made an application for a protection visa, either a Temporary Permanent Visa, a Safe Haven Enterprise Visa, or Permanent Protection Visa. Applicants may currently hold a Bridging Visa or be in Community Detention.The grant will be awarded based on the content of the written statement, financial need and demonstrated passion for their field of study.A student may only receive the Anthony and Robin Radford Family Student Grant once.