Every year Ngā Pae o te Māramatanga presents a range of grants and awards from pre-doctoral through to early, mid-career and senior levels. All of these grants are positioned to advance an aspect of our research plan, and a series of new grants have been made available in 2015.
These grants are part of our ongoing program to support the development and delivery of excellent research which leads to positive change.
Please note that all the grants outlined below need to be completed by 20 December 2015. There will be no extensions this year.
KNOWLEDGE EVENT SUPPORT GRANTS (KESG)
Application Period: 20th February 2015 - 27th March 2015 (5pm)
Funding Amount: Up to $15,000NZD
This grant is designed to assist in the running of events where research knowledge of a transformative nature is shared among our key audiences. Such events include conference, symposai, hui, wānanga, workshops, performances or exhibitions.
DOCTORAL BRIDGING GRANT
Application Period: 20th February 2015 - 27th March 2015 (5pm)
Funding Amount: Up to $3,000NZD
This grant provides assistance to candidates who are not earning any other significant income during the final stages of their doctorate. It is also for those who have recently completed their doctoral studies and are working on research publications, or engaging in knowledge transfer relating their research. Funding of up to $3000 per month can be made available to candidates
PUBLICATION SUPPORT GRANTS (PSG)
Application Period: 20th February 2015 - 27th March 2015 (5pm)
Funding Amount: Up to $10,000NZD
With funding of up to $10,000 available, this grant is for established and emerging researchers to publish and/or disseminate their research findings. Funds need not only go towards the publication of a new book, but can also support book launches, writing in the Māori language and other creations, including photography and online publications that contribute to indigenous research development.
CONFERENCE ATTENDANCE GRANTS (PSG)
Application Period: 20th February 2015 - 27th March 2015 (5pm)
Funding Amount: Up to $3,500NZD
This grant is designed to support both established and developing researchers who wish to disseminate their research work at national and international conferences. For both Māori and indigenous researchers, students and emerging researchers presenting work that supports NPM research project knowledge is a priority.
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