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He Toka Tū Moana – Toi Moana Environmental Scholarship

He Toka Tū Moana Scholarship is a Council approved initiative established in 2017 to recognise and support students who are undertaking study, research or training that aligns with the enhancement and protection of our Taiao.

Purpose

The main purpose of the fund is to provide a level of financial assistance to students studying, training or undertaking research on kaupapa related to enhancing the Taiao/Environment.

The benefits of the fund are to:

  • Focus on environmental education and kaitiakitanga/guardianship.
  • Demonstrate a commitment to enhancing environmental knowledge.
  • Raise environmental awareness and understanding.
  • Provide financial support to students.
  • Encourage Mātauranga Māori research and education.
  • Promote leadership and innovation.

Who is eligible to apply?

  • Preference is given to applicants who whakapapa, reside or actively maintain a demonstrable connection to the Bay of Plenty.
  • Applicants must be enrolled to study at a University, Whare Wānanga, Polytechnic, Institute of Technology, Teachers Training College or comparable tertiary institution.
  • Applicants must be in their 2nd year or subsequent year of study.
  • Applications and supporting documentation must be received before the specified closing date / time. Late applications will not be considered.

Successful applicants are required to provide an update within 6-12 months of your academic progress.

For further enquiries please contact:  

Lisa Tauroa, Kaituitui (Strategic Engagement Coordinator) 
Email: lisa.tauroa@boprc.govt.nz
Phone: 0800 884 880

2023 winners

Read about our 2023 scholarship winners.

Applicant details
Brief proposal
Include your whakapapa or family connections to the Bay of Plenty. Describe the ways in which you are involved / contribute positively to the BOP community and environment.
Explain how it will contribute to improved outcomes for the taiao and our community. Also, explain how your studies align with your future career path.
Explain what motivated you to apply for this scholarship. Specifically, please describe any challenges you have overcome, or are currently facing that would otherwise impact your ability to commence / continue your studies. For example: family responsibilities, disability, location/travel requirements and financial hardship. You can mention other factors that may have affected your ability to pursue your studies.
Supporting documents

Please ensure the following support documents are attached with your application.

Please upload your current curriculum vitae (CV) - Recommended two pages or less.
Please upload proof of current enrolment at a relevant college or university. You also need to show proof that you are in your second year or later. Finally, submit a copy of your results from the previous year.
Please upload proof of ID - copy of licence, passport or student ID.
Conditions
  • Preference is given to applicants who whakapapa, reside or actively maintain a demonstrable connection to the Bay of Plenty.
  • Applicants must be enrolled to study at a University, Whare Wānanga, Polytechnic, Institute of Technology, Teachers Training College or comparable tertiary institution.
  • Applicants must be in their 2nd year or subsequent year of study.
  • Applications and supporting documentation must be received before the specified closing date / time. Late applications will not be considered.
  • Successful applicants are required to provide an update within 6-12 months of your academic progress.
  • Successful scholarship recipients are expected to attend Toi Moana Bay of Plenty Regional Council Komiti Māori upon invitation to formally receive award.
  • Scholarship recipients agree that the Toi Moana Bay of Plenty Regional Council may include details of the recipient holder for promotional purposes.
  • Applicants will be notified of outcome via email no later than Friday 24 May 2024.
  • Applicants consent to the Council contacting the named referee.
  • All applications must be submitted no later than 5pm Sunday 28 April 2024.

In accordance with the Privacy Act, all the information provided in this application will be used in the assessment of an applicant for a scholarship.

I have read and understood the terms and conditions. I declare that all information provided is true to the best of my knowledge.