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If you have been moved or inspired by our alumni, nominate them for the 2024 Australia Alumni Excellence Awards.
Connect and collaborate with your fellow alumni and do more for others with the 2024 Australia Alumni Grants Scheme
Be Empowered with AAS
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.
Be empowered with an Australia Awards Scholarship
Make limitless connections with an Australia Awards Scholarship
Make a difference with an Australia Awards Scholarships
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 Global Alumni community in the Philippines
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 Australia Global Alumni’s activities in the Philippines.
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News and Updates
Australia honours the achievements and contributions of outstanding Australia-educated Filipinos
The Australian Embassy in the Philippines recognised the exceptional achievements of outstanding Australia-educated Filipinos at the annual Australia Alumni Excellence Awards.
“Our Australia Global Alumni community is an important part of the Australia-Philippines Strategic Partnership. This year’s Australia Alumni Excellence Awardees are impressive Filipinos who have been using their Australian education, expertise, experience, and networks to contribute enormously to the Philippines,” said Australian Chargé d'Affaires Dr. Moya Collett.
Filipino scholars back to make a difference
After completing their postgraduate studies at Australia’s top universities, Australia Awards scholars are back to make a difference in the Philippines. Deputy Ambassador Dr Moya Collett officially welcomed the returning scholars to the Philippines and to the Australia Alumni community.
We are excited to hear about their inspiring stories and plans to create a positive impact in their communities and organisations.
Australia Global Alumni discuss ways to support indigenous communities
Davao City, Philippines - Over 40 Filipino alumni, stakeholders, including representatives of eight indigenous communities in Mindanao, and partners from the Department of Trade and Industry and the Philippine Eagle Foundation, recently gathered in Davao City to discuss and learn ways to support indigenous peoples (IP) communities across the Philippines. The knowledge-sharing session dubbed, Development amidst Diversity: Supporting Indigenous Communities through the Alumni Grants Scheme, were led by alumni speakers who have been making a difference in various indigenous communities through the support of the Australia Alumni Grants Scheme (AGS).
Two Australia-educated Filipinos honoured with prestigious Global Australian Awards
Manila, Philippines - For the first time in over a decade, Filipinos have been awarded the prestigious Global Australian Awards by Advance, the Global Australian Network.
Australia Global Alumni Dr Armand Mijares and Professor Abelardo Apollo David Jr were finalists at the 2023 Global Australian Awards, which recognised the achievements of inspiring global Australians - including international alumni of Australian universities - who are innovating in their field and shaping the world.
Make a difference with Australia Awards
Australia Awards alumnus Edward Gonzales makes positive contribution in DSWD’s strategic communications
Empowered by his Master of Digital Communication from Queensland University of Technology in 2020, Edward Gonzales seeks to translate world-class knowledge into powerful action. Watch this video to learn more about Edward’s REAP – “DSWD Disaster Preparedness and Response Management Digital Communication Campaign” and how he has made a difference at the Department of Social Welfare and Development through strategic communication initiatives.
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Filipino scholar aspires to be a changemaker in Bangsamoro communities
Getting a highly coveted scholarship is a remarkable turning point in my professional life. The Australia Awards Scholarship is a rare gift, and I intend to make the most of it. Every step and decision I make in this journey, I do it in the name of my genuine intention to give back when I return home, and that is the responsibility I carry with me every step of the way.
Australia Awards scholar from the Philippines Rodolfo Matucan Jr is determined to change the narratives of Bangsamoro youth, women, and children.
Story Bites
Awardees
My Australia Awards Story: Pride in Heritage
“Australia is an excellent destination for postgraduate education because of its cultural diversity and respect for Indigenous Peoples. As a member of an Indigenous community, I value studying in a country that honours my heritage.”
Ivyrose B. Paz is the pride of the Obo MonuvuIndigenous community in Cotabato Province. She is the second member of the community to become a lawyer.
Alumni
Filipino alumni led project to promote disability inclusion
Social inclusion advocates and Australia Awards alumni Dr Rex Bernardo, Naprey Almario, Krissy Bisda, Ma Lourdes Eudela and Giselle Montero banded together to promote their shared advocacy on disability inclusion.
With support from the Australia Alumni Grants Scheme, they led the project “Equalizing Our Universal Access, Taking Down the Barriers.” This project trained educators and employers to design inclusive and accessible digital spaces and content.
Short Course
Australia Awards Short Course on Digital Transformation Strategy Development and Implementation
Senior Philippine Government officials are taking specialised Australia Awards short courses delivered by University of Adelaide to boost their skills and capacity in implementing digital transformation in Philippine government agencies. As part of the course, they recently travelled to Australia for a study visit to discuss best practices and exchange ideas on digitalisation of government services with their counterparts from Australian state and federal agencies.
