Scholarships to enhance women's leadership

Minister for Mental Health, Women’s Affairs and Community Services Mary Wooldridge at the Telstra Business Women’s Awards.
15 February 2012

The Hon. Mary Wooldridge, MPA joint initiative by the Victorian Government and the Australian Institute of Company Directors will provide 34 women with training in corporate governance through the Company Directors’ Course.

With $180,000 funding from the Victorian Government, the scholarships are available to women who are current board members of community not-for-profit organisations in receipt of state government funding.

'We recognise there is a need for more women on boards', Ms Wooldridge said.

'This course is highly regarded and will enhance the knowledge and skills of participants, making them better directors in their current roles and preparing them for further directorships in the future.

Applications closed on 10 February 2012. The scholarship winners will be announced shortly.
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