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Chief Executive Officer of RSL Queensland Chris McHugh

RSL (Qld Branch) State President
Mr Doug Formby

“As well as offering an outstanding educational opportunity, we hope these grants will promote awareness among the youth of Australia of the sacrifices and the ANZAC values our war veterans strived to defend - of courage, mateship, determination, humour and ingenuity.”

 

Vice-Chancellor of Bond University Professor Robert Stable

Vice-Chancellor of Bond University Professor Robert Stable

“Through partnering with the RSL to launch this program, we hope to educate young Australians about the sacrifices of our nation’s servicemen, while rewarding some of Queensland’s highest achieving students with the financial assistance and support they need to bring their ambitions to life.”

RSL YOUTH DEVELOPMENT Program

The Returned & Services League (RSL) of Australia (QLD Branch) and Bond University have joined forces to offer the half-million dollar RSL Youth Development Program.

What is the RSL Youth Development Program?

The RSL Youth Development Program has been designed to recognise and reward the efforts of high-achieving Queensland students.

Grants of up to $5,000 will be awarded in the following categories:

  • Academic Achievement (inclusive of Arts, Drama, Dance & Media)
  • Sporting Achievement
  • Community Leadership and Civic Participation

Both year 10 and 11 students will be eligible for grants of up to $2,500 and the top 10 percent of the highest achieving finalists will receive greater recognition via a $5,000 grant.

Recipients of an RSL Youth Development Program grant also have the exclusive opportunity to apply for a Scholarship to cover 50% tuition fees for any single or combined degree at Bond University at the completion of high school. Contact scholarships@bond.edu.au for further information on this exciting opportunity.

Who can apply?

Applications are open to all Queensland school students who are currently completing year 10 or 11, and who have demonstrated achievement in the academic, sporting or community arenas.

How do I apply?

Applications for our 2010 - 2011 program are Now Open.

  • Letter of Support signed by a local RSL member
  • Letter from a referee who can verify your achievements (For example: School Principal, Sporting Coach or Community Leader)
  • An essay, which highlights the RSL and ANZAC values to Australia’s youth

You can use the following RSL Letter of Support template to assist in processing your application. You will also be required to write an essay about the importance of the RSL and ANZAC values to Australia’s youth. Click here for more help with the application process.

When do I apply?

KEY DATES - 2010/2011 RSL YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM

Applications Open

Apply online now

Applications Close

Remembrance Day 2010

Awards Ceremony and Leadership Forum

April 2011
Last month to redeem the grant December 2011


Our 2010 RSL Youth Development Program winners names and details are now listed online.

Questions?

If you have further questions about the RSL Youth Development Program, please contact Kristy Manyweathers at Bond University on 07 5595 1067, or email RSLyouth@bond.edu.au