Scholarship & Bursary

At our organisation, we are committed to supporting and nurturing the growth of passionate palliative care professionals. We believe that attending conferences and courses plays a vital role in expanding their knowledge, skills, and networking opportunities within the field.

To achieve this goal, we have established a program that provides scholarships, bursaries, and awards specifically designed to assist palliative care professionals in attending conferences or courses related to their field. These opportunities aim to empower individuals by granting them financial assistance to cover registration fees, travel expenses, and accommodations.

Our objective is to create a pathway for talented and dedicated individuals to enhance their expertise and contribute to the advancement of palliative care. By investing in their professional development, we hope to foster a community of highly skilled and compassionate individuals who can make a significant impact in the lives of patients and families facing serious illness. Through our scholarship program, we seek to identify deserving individuals who demonstrate a strong commitment to palliative care and a genuine passion for learning and growth. We carefully review applications, considering factors such as the candidate's qualifications, achievements, and potential for future contributions to the field.

By providing these scholarships, bursaries, and awards, we aim to eliminate financial barriers that may hinder palliative care professionals from accessing valuable educational opportunities. We believe that investing in their development not only benefits the individuals themselves but also contributes to the overall quality and advancement of palliative care services.

Ultimately, our goal is to create a supportive environment that empowers palliative care professionals to continuously improve their skills, stay updated with the latest advancements in the field, and foster collaborations that can enhance patient care and support in the realm of palliative care.

Rosalie Shaw Travelling Scholarship

The Rosalie Shaw Travelling Scholarship (RSTS) was created in honour of our first Executive Director, Dr Rosalie Shaw. With this scholarship, we hope to provide financial assistance to enable our members from low and middle-income regions to attend the biennial Asia Pacific Hospice Conference. The recipient will receive support to fund the conference registration, travel and accommodation.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Must be a current individual member of APHN
  • Nomination supported by two other APHN members
  • Display leadership qualities and work in a palliative care service
  • Contribution to palliative care development in your country of work or residence
  • Must submit an abstract for the APHC
  • Have not received any grants from APHN for the past five years
  • Must submit a report on the benefits of attendance within three months after attending APHC
  • Preference will be given to members who have not received sponsorship of any kind for attending regional and international palliative care conferences.

Click on the links below to read reports by past recipients:
2021 RSTS Recipient: Look Mei Ling, Malaysia
2019 RSTS Recipient: Yangden, Bhutan

Asia Pacific Hospice Palliative Care Network Bursary

The Asia Pacific Hospice Palliative Care Network (APHN) provides financial assistance to enable our members from low and middle-income regions to attend the biennial Asia Pacific Hospice Conference.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Must be a current individual member of APHN
  • Nomination supported by two other APHN members
  • Must submit a report on the benefits of attendance within three months after attending APHC
  • Have not received any grants from APHN for the past five years
  • Preference will be given to members who have not received sponsorship of any kind for attending regional and international palliative care conferences.

2021 APHN Bursary Recipient Reports:

Click here to read the 2019 APHN Bursary Reports.

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