Andrea Goble Memorial Scholarship Grant
Andrea Goble 2011
In memory of Andrea Goble—who served as the Chief Executive at Community Waikato for nine years and was deeply committed to the community and social service for purpose sector—we are proud to offer this scholarship. Andrea’s passion for social justice, women’s empowerment, human rights, and education continues to inspire this initiative. Her estate has generously provided this grant, ensuring that her legacy lives on by strengthening the sector she loved.
This scholarship, awarded annually over a nine-year period from 2023 to 2031, is designed to support both paid and volunteer workers in community-based social service organisations who are pursuing tertiary study or professional development. Preference will be given to applicants who can clearly demonstrate how their educational or professional development goals align with Andrea’s lifelong interests in social justice, equity, equality, and empowerment.
Eligibility Criteria:
Must be a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident.
Must be employed by or volunteering with a for purpose social service organisation in the greater Waikato region. (This includes the following District Council areas: Hamilton City, Hauraki, Matamata-Piako, Otorohanga, Ruapehu, South Waikato, Thames-Coromandel, Waikato, Waipa, and Waitomo.)
Must be able to clearly articulate how the proposed tertiary study or professional development will meet the intent of the fund and enhance the capability and capacity of the sector.
Must have the support of the community-based, not-for-profit social service organisation with which they are involved.
Award Amount: Up to $1,600 to help cover costs associated with study or professional development.
Application Process: Applications open each year in February and close in March. During this period, you can apply via the scholarship link at our website: www.communitywaikato.org.nz.
For More Information: If you have any questions or would like to discuss your application, please contact Sally Fenwick Ridley at sally@communitywaikato.org.nz.
We look forward to receiving your application and to helping further the mission that Andrea passionately supported.