2012 Young Carers Scholarships - applications now open

Over 105,000 young people in Victoria are believed to have significant care responsibilities.They may support their mother, father, sister or brother at home because of a disability or illness. Many are at risk of dropping out of school, or have difficulty establishing social networks and participating in activities that their peers enjoy.

Carers Victoria offers scholarships to secondary school students in Victoria who provide care and support to a family member with an illness or disability.

Our scholarships give young carers attending secondary school the opportunity to participate in school or community based activities that enhance their skills, educational achievement and abilities, or that help them to participate more fully in their community.
 

Application Guidelines and Application Form can be downloaded from the Carers Victoria website.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE 30 MARCH 2012.