The Australian 60th Anniversary: Forward Thinking
It’s hard to imagine life at 60 when you’re just 18. Year 12 AIEF Scholarship Student Priscilla Dann looks forward to positive change ahead, particularly through education. Read more.
ABC journo’s legacy to education
The generous bequest of the late Caroline Jones AO will support two AIEF Scholarships. Read more.
AIEF Alum speaks at The Australian’s Energy Nation Forum
Marcus’s education journey led him to a career in the energy industry. Watch here.
Scholarship star does himself and this nation proud
AIEF Scholarship Student Jacobi delivers an Acknowledgement of Country to the Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and a crowd of hundreds. Read more here.
Celebrating 15 Years of AIEF
Students and Alumni talk about the impact of receiving an AIEF Scholarship. Watch here.
Leveraging opportunity to create change
“Going to boarding school has opened doors and allowed my children to follow their passions.” Tamara is the Mother of AIEF Scholars Jacquin (2020), Ella (2023) and Luca (The Cathedral School) Hi My name is Tamara. I am a proud Palawa woman with connections to Tasmania, and across the Torres Strait, with our family currently […]
Education is empowerment
“I find it difficult to articulate what St Augustine’s College did for me, and what that cohort of lads did for me. This experience helped me become the man I am today.” Neerim completed Year 12 on an AIEF Scholarship in 2010 at St Augustine’s College in Cairns. Hi there I’m Neerim, a proud Kirraewhurrong […]
Inspiring young Indigenous people through education
“Education can change lives. I want to be part of guiding the next generation.” Oliver completed Year 12 at Knox Grammar School in 2017 on an AIEF Scholarship. Hi My name is Oliver (Olly) and I am a proud Wiradjuri man from central NSW and an AIEF Alum. When I was younger, I had the […]
AIEF 15 Years of Impact on Sky News
As we celebrate 15 years of impact, watch as Kieran Gilbert speaks to AIEF Scholarship Students Shakyra and Tremane alongside Executive Director Andrew Penfold at Parliament House. Click here.
MEANINGFUL CHANGE THAT RIPPLES THROUGH FAMILIES
Investing in education opportunities for young Indigenous students creates meaningful change that often ripples through generations. Leana grew up in a small rural town in northwest New South Wales where education and job opportunities were limited. Moving off country and over 700km away from family was hard but ultimately felt worth it. In 2013, Leana […]
INSPIRING FAMILY AND COMMUNITY
“I know that my children won’t have to be stuck in a cycle of disadvantage or go through the same experiences that I, my Mum, or my Grandparents did. I am proud to be the one to break the cycle.” – Kodie Hi I’m Kodie, on the left, a proud Dharawal woman from the community […]
THERE ARE SO MANY PATHWAYS TO SUCCESS
“One of the biggest disparities Indigenous people face is not having easy access to education and not actually being aware of the different opportunities available to us. If you level the playing ground, by merit alone, many Indigenous students will take up these opportunities and achieve the successful outcomes.” Hi I’m Frank, on the right, […]
