Professional Development Grants – Applications Open

The purpose of this fund is to support identified professional development priorities, and development and implementation of innovative strategies.

There are two types of grants available, Small PD Grants (up to $5,000 excl GST) and Innovation PD Grants (between $10,000 and $30,000).

Preference will be given to applications that:

• advance the implementation of the ACE Professional Development Strategy and Action Plan
• link to existing professional development plans
• address priorities common to two or more networks, groups, or providers
• are innovative
• have the potential to achieve positive outcomes for the largest number of practitioners and providers
• promote collaboration and contribute to building a community of practice amongst adult and community educators
• specify learning outcomes to be achieved
• identify benefits for ACE learners
• engages effectively with Māori people
• engages effectively with Pasifika people

All ACE regional networks, networks and groups of organisations are eligible to submit applications for this contestable fund.

Anyone interested in applying is encouraged to contact ACE Aotearoa staff, for support in developing their application. Email pdgrants@aceaotearoa.org.nz and a staff member will contact you to understand how best to support you.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE 10 AUGUST 2012

Click here to download the Professional Development Guidelines 2012 (PDF 193KB) 

Click here to download the Professional Development Application 2012 (WORD 143KB)