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$2 million awarded to postgraduate students solving critical national challenges

Seventeen postgraduate students have been awarded Westpac Future Leaders Scholarships, valued at $2 million. From advancing artificial intelligence to creating sustainable materials, these scholars are delivering bold solutions to urgent national issues

Indigo Strudwicke on what it’s like to apply for a Westpac Future Leaders Scholarship

When science communicator and researcher Indigo Strudwicke applied for a Westpac Future Leaders Scholarship, she was compelled to think in a way she hadn’t before. Although challenging, she says it was the most rewarding part of the process. 

Westpac Scholar Explores Gender and Resilience in Northern Kenya's Pastoralist Communities

In the heart of Northern Kenya, amidst the rugged landscapes of the Moyale region, lies a story of resilience, gender dynamics, and the fight against climate change. For Westpac Future Leader Scholar Rebekah Ash, this story was life-changing.

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