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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 an Australia Awards Scholarships
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.
Strive for a better future and be empowered with an Australia Awards Scholarship.
Join a global network of leaders and make limitless connections with an Australia Awards Scholarship.
Embark in a unique Australian education experience, and be a Filipino global leader in research, innovation, and development
Join a network of influential leaders and make a difference with an Australia Awards Scholarship.
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.
Australia honours achievements and contributions of Australia Awards scholars in the Philippines
Manila, Philippines - Over 200 Filipino alumni of the prestigious Australia Awards Scholarships gathered for a special recognition ceremony led by Australian Ambassador to the Philippines Steven J Robinson AO, key Philippine government officials, and representatives from Australian universities.
Australia Global Alumni celebrate friendship, regeneration, and wellness at the Philippines-Australia Friendship Day in Iloilo City
Over 100 Australia-educated Filipinos gathered in Iloilo City to reconnect and discuss new ways of caring for the people and planet at the Australia Alumni Network Summit 2023 – the first face-to-face summit in three years. Led by Australia Alumni Communities Philippines (AACPh), the summit, themed “Reconnect and Regenerate: Healing Our Future Together,” featured knowledge-exchange sessions on regenerative principles and practices. The summit is an annual alumni-led event of Australia Global Alumni in the Philippines, which provides a platform for Australia-educated Filipinos to discuss creative solutions and innovations with fellow alumni as well as experts from Australia and the Philippines.
Grants awarded to Australia Global Alumni to undertake projects on agriculture, education, disability, and social inclusion
Eight research and development projects led by Australia Global Alumni from across the Philippines will be making a difference in the lives of Filipinos particularly in agriculture, education, disability, and social inclusion. Under the Australia Alumni Grants Scheme (AGS), Australia-educated Filipinos and recipients of training supported by the Australian Government can submit proposals for grant funding for projects that apply their Australian experiences, knowledge, and skills in addressing development issues. Grantees will receive up to Php 500,000 in funds to deliver their projects and research.
Applications for grants are accepted year-round.
Make a difference with Australia Awards
Enriching the knowledge of Filipino architects on green building concepts
Empowered by his Master of Architectural Science in Sustainable Design from the University of Sydney, Ar Roger M Sarmiento introduced green building concepts and sustainable development at the Polytechnic University of the Philippines. He collaborated with fellow Australia Awards alumnus Angelo Tan who leads the green building education program of the International Finance Corporation. Check out this video to learn more about Roger’s re-entry action plan and how he worked with Angelo to inspire the next generation of Filipino architects to support sustainable built environment.
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My Australia Awards Story
My Australia Awards Story: Making the Most of Australia's transformative experiences
Lara Salaysay's story is a testament to the power of international education opportunities in nurturing development leaders who are committed to making a positive change.
Lara completed her Master of Environment and Sustainability from Monash University in 2024.
My Australia Awards Story: Filipino Scholar and Proud
I take great pride in being chosen as a scholar for the prestigious Australia Awards Scholarship and representing my organisation – the Philippine Competition Commission.
From establishing a Filipino student organisation in Brisbane to leading cybersecurity initiatives back home, Alvin Bosque is proud to have represented the Philippines and the Philippine Competition Commission in the global stage.
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Awardees
Filipino scholar takes center stage at the Australasian Road Safety Conference
Filipino scholar Ray Macalalag spoke about child seat safety in the Philippines at the prestigious Australasian Road Safety Conference. The event brings together Australasia's leading road safety and injury prevention researchers, practitioners, and policy makers.
Ray's participation in the conference shows how Australia Awards scholars showcase their expertise on the global stage, contributing valuable insights to critical discussions that shape international best practices.
Ray is currently taking his Master of Transport studies at the University of Sydney.
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.
