George and Jaqui Maree Fellowship

Thank you for your interest in the George and Jaqui Maree Fellowship

The Fellowship is a unique opportunity for women who are ready to take a step toward or progress in work, study or volunteering. Over 3 months, you’ll take part in supportive group coaching, creative workshops, and practical sessions on public speaking, budgeting, and leveraging your personally skills. You’ll connect with mentors, build your confidence, and develop your own personal and economic goals, with financial support to help you on your way.

Whether you want to explore new possibilities or build on what you’ve already started, this is a rare opportunity to support you in developing your next life’s chapter.

Key Dates

  • Applications Open: Now
  • Applications Close: 9th September 2025
  • Successful Applicants Notified: 12th September 2025
  • Program Starts: Week commencing 22nd September 2025
  • Program Ends: Week commencing 8 December 2025
  • Scholarship Funds Paid: 5 January - 31 January 2026

Eligibility Criteria

  • Be a current tenant of Women’s Housing Company
  • Be interested in work, study, or volunteering
  • Not be in arrears of more than three weeks.
  • Be able to participate weekly from September 15 – December 5
  • Commit to attending sessions to receive the full financial support

What you’ll receive as a fellow

  • A laptop to keep and internet for 3 months
  • A $2,000 financial scholarship
  • Life coaching, mentoring, and workshops with experts
  • A safe, supportive space to grow from your unique life experiences
  • Connections to study, employment and volunteer pathways
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY
The Women’s Housing Company acknowledges the Gadigal people of the Eora nation as the traditional custodians of the land on which we operate, and pays respect to Elders both past and present.

George and Jaqui Maree Fellowship