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Be empowered with an Australia Awards Scholarship
Become a leader for development and reach further with an Australia Awards Scholarship.
Experience a world-class education in the land Down Under with an Australia Awards Scholarship.
Make limitless connections with an Australia Awards Scholarship
Make a difference with an Australia Awards Scholarships
Be inspired by stories of positive change led by outstanding Australia-educated Filipinos.
Experience the possibilities with an Australia Awards Scholarship
Australia Awards is the prestigious scholarship offered by the Australian Government to Filipinos who have the potential to contribute to the country’s development and become leaders in their chosen field.
Are you an applicant, awardee, partner organisation or mentor? Check out the link below for useful information on the Australia Awards Scholarships.
Be a part of the Australia Alumni in the Philippines Community
Are you a graduate of an Australian university? Did you complete a training or a short course conducted by an Australian registered training organisation? Don’t miss out on the opportunity to stay connected with your fellow alumni and build and mobilise your professional networks. Visit our alumni page to know more about the activities of the Australia Alumni in the Philippines.
Sign up to get the latest updates on our alumni community.
News and Updates
Forty-two scholars will turn their Australian-acquired knowledge and skills into real world change
42 Australia Awards scholars are now back in the Philippines to make a difference.
Ambassador Marc Innes-Brown welcomed them as they begin applying their Australian-acquired expertise to drive progress in their communities and organisations.
Over 100 alumni gather at the 2025 Australia Alumni Network Summit
Innovation, collaboration and forward-thinking took center stage at this year’s Australia Alumni Network Summit led by the Australia Alumni Communities Philippines.
Over 100 brilliant alumni from across the Philippines came together at this year’s Summit – focused on innovation for impact. From environmental regeneration to tech solutions for the disadvantaged, they shared ideas and committed to building a better future.
Thirty scholars are back to make a difference in the Philippines
Welcome home, Australia Awards scholars!
Australia's Ambassador to the Philippines HK Yu welcomed 30 returning scholars as they begin turning their learnings into action – driving change in their communities and organisations.
Australia Awards alumni come together for coastal cleanup
With Australia Awards, you don’t just earn a world-class education – you join a global network of leaders and changemakers!
Our alumni team came together for a coastal cleanup in the Las Pinas-Parañaque Critical Habitat and Eco Tourism Area. They also had a knowledge-sharing session to inspire future collaborations for the environment.
Make a difference with Australia Awards
Australia showed me how governance can be efficient, and I want to bring that same level of service to Filipinos.
Australia Awards alumnus Charles Vega applies his Australian-acquired expertise at the Department of the Interior and Local Government. With a Master of Public Policy from The Australian National University, he created an online compliance monitoring system for LGU peace and safety plans—streamlining processes and strengthening evidence-based policymaking.
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My Australia Awards Story
My Australia Awards Story: Finding purpose and making an impact
As an educator and disability inclusion advocate, Adisa Nahil is using her expertise to make a difference. Drawing from her experience as a person living with visual impairment, Adisa earned her Master of Disability Policy and Practice at Flinders University through Australia Awards.
My Australia Awards Story: Finding purpose and making an impact
Rene Ato's transformative Australia Awards journey instilled a strong sense of purpose, empowering him to use his Australian education to drive meaningful reforms that uplift local governments and strengthen communities across the Philippines.
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Awardees
Living her best student life with a purpose
While pursuing her Master of Disability Practice and Leadership at Flinders University, Australia Awards scholar Faith Anthonette Xavier champions inclusive education. As a student leader and advocate, she inspires students with disabilities in the Philippines to dream big and aim for global opportunities.
Alumni
Australia Awards alumnus empowers Indigenous governance in Davao City
Australia Awards alumnus Dr. Jayson Ibanez is empowering Indigenous governance in the Philippines using Australian technology and expertise.
Through the Australia Alumni Grants Scheme, Dr. Ibanez introduced Projection Augmented Landscape Model (PALM) technology to the Obu Manuvu Tribe in Davao City.
Developed by Dr. Rohan Fisher of Charles Darwin University, PALM uses interactive 3D models to map ancestral lands and track environmental impacts—bridging science and traditional knowledge to strengthen land rights, cultural heritage, and community decision-making.
Short Course
Spotlight on Australia Awards Short Course on GEDSI and Climate Resilience
Australia Awards short courses help Filipino public servants lead with impact.
A group of government officials recently completed workshops delivered by The University of Queensland on gender equality, disability, social inclusion (GEDSI), and climate resilience, gaining practical skills and global connections to drive change in the public sector.
