The Australian Society of Viticulture and Oenology (ASVO) is launching its new scholarship program which will provide $15,000 towards training courses, educational opportunities and professional development projects for members.
Applications are now open for three new scholarships and will close on 31 May.
“We recognise that our members have unique professional development needs at each stage of their career, so the suite of scholarships reflect this accordingly,” said ASVO President, Andy Clarke.
“The new structure allows more flexibility for applicants to propose the development opportunity that best suits them, given where they are in their career. Individuals can apply for scholarships towards courses, or to attend relevant conferences or workshops. Successful applicants should demonstrate how they intend to share key learnings obtained through the scholarship funding, to the wider industry.
ASVO strongly encourages applications from all members. While all eligible applications will be considered, priority for funding will be given to eligible applicants who might have less advantages than others”. (this needs an open quote mark)
The first new scholarship, the next gen, is supported by Wine Australia and gives $1000 next gen to five people in the early stages of their wine-sector career, helping them build their industry knowledge and make connections through mentor programs, work placements, courses, workshops and seminars.
There are also two $2500 growth scholarships on offer for those in the middle of their career to help them take the next step towards management or professional advancement within the wine sector.
They will have the opportunity to attend a leadership course, study tour, or conference, and even have the costs covered for getting a research article published.
The scholarship is funded by ASVO and sponsor contributions including Australian Grape & Wine, Grapegrower & Winemaker magazine, Novonesis, and Wiley Blackwell
An individual or business will also receive the $5000 Dr Patrick Iland scholarship if they are undertaking professional development projects which benefit a cohort of members.
The recipient will have access to similar opportunities as the other scholarships with the addition of the potential to cover the cost of having an expert to present training to a group.
Supported by Dr Patrick Iland and the co-authors of his technical books, they have donated a share of their book royalties to ASVO.