New Horizons for Women Trust Hine Kahukura Award

Purpose of the award

This co-funded research award between Ngā Pae o te Māramatanga (NPM) and New Horizons for Women Trust: Hine Kahukura (NHWT: HK) is for Wāhine Māori researchers. The award aims to support research that benefits Māori women, girls and/or whānau in Aotearoa New Zealand. This award is made annually and is a one-off grant to assist this research and/or living expenses while conducting the research.

Value of the award

One award of $10,000

Eligibility criteria

Before you apply please ensure you meet ALL the following eligibility criteria:

• Is Wāhine Māori or the research group is led by Wāhine Māori

• Is engaged in research that benefits Māori women, girls and/or whānau in Aotearoa, New Zealand

• Is a New Zealand citizen or holds a resident class visa; and currently lives in Aotearoa, New Zealand

• Has not previously received a NHWT:HK or NPM Research Award (previous recipients of NHWT:HK Second-chance or Specific Purpose Awards may apply)

Selection criteria

When selecting awardees, the selection panel will consider the following:

• Quality of the proposed research project

• Project schedule and evidence of progress

• Financial circumstances

• Researchers' capability to conduct the research project

• Benefit to Māori women, girls and/or whānau in Aotearoa New Zealand

If you are eligible for this award, please complete the online application form from 1 March and submit it by the closing date 15 April.