The Australian Institute of Company Directors (AICD) is offering new scholarships for the landcare movement including scholarship programs specifically designed for First Nations Peoples:

Regional Not-For-Profit Program Overview 2026/2027

As a director of a regional not-for-profit, your organisation’s mission is what drives your purpose. To give a new or emerging director the opportunity to make a greater impact in their NFP organisation, the AICD is once again offering Regional Not-for-Profit Scholarships. Open to applicants from small to medium NFP organisations to attend AICD’s Governance Foundations for Not-for-Profit Directors course in one of six regional locations, or online. Applications close on 28 September 2026.

First Nations Foundations of Directorship Scholarships 2026/2027

This program offers First Nations leaders and directors the opportunity to enrich their understanding of organisational governance as they shape the future from the boardroom. Open to First Nations aspiring and new directors to attend AICD’s Foundations of Directorship courses in a metro location. Applications close on 28 September 2026.

First Nations Community Governance Pathways Scholarship 2026/2027

This program offers First Nations leaders and directors the opportunity to enrich their understanding of organisational governance as they shape the future from the boardroom. Open to First Nations aspiring and new directors to attend AICD’s Governance Foundations for Not-for-Profit Directors course in one of five locations within Queensland or Victoria. This program also includes a half-day leadership workshop and virtual coaching sessions. Application closing date varies depending on the chosen course date.

Please ensure that you check the program information on the AICD website, in particular the course dates and eligibility criteria before you apply.

Enquiries can be sent to: [email protected]

For more information and to apply please visit the AICD website here.

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