Who is eligible for the Pacific Fellowship grant?
If you are from or reside in the Pacific Rim Region and are currently engaged in the work of peacebuilding within the Pacific Rim you are eligible to apply for the grant.
I am not from (do not live/work in) the Pacific. May I also apply?
Unfortunately, we will not consider any applications from outside of the Pacific region. We do however make grants available to non-nationals who might nonetheless be undertaking important work in the region.
What does Pacific Fellowship mean by peacebuilding?
Peacebuilding is an attempt to address the underlying causes of violence and to work to transform conflict through nonviolent means to create societal change to promote harmony and a sustainable peace.
What is the time frame for the grant?
The Pacific Fellowship offers one grant per calendar year. It could be offered for either an Inner Journey or an Outer Journey.
When do I embark on the Inner Journey?
The Inner journey needs to be scheduled within the year in which the grant is gifted. This could be negotiated with the candidate as well as the retreat centre and we encourage the candidate to proceed as quickly as possible.
When do I start the Outer Journey?
The Outer Journey needs to be scheduled within the year in which the grant is gifted. This could be negotiated with the candidate and may depend on the nature of the project. Some projects such as a voyage on the Peace Boat or a period of study with peacebuilding institutions may have appointed starting times.
How long is an Inner Journey?
The length of time for the Inner Journey normally would be one month.
How long is an Outer Journey?
The length of time for the Outer Journey would depend on the nature of the project envisaged by you.
What is the amount of the grant being offered?
The grant is approximately 1000 AUD and will be paid to the host organisation for a retreat, or will be paid upon completion of the proposed project.
What does the grant money cover?
For the Inner Journey the grant money would cover the program, accommodation and meals. The grant we offer could cover a stay at our partner retreat centres in Japan or in Thailand, for one month. This length of time may be different for an alternative retreat centre. The choice of centre would be negotiated with the candidate.
For the Outer Journey the grant money is intended as a small seed grant. The type of project proposed should focus on peacebuilding in the Pacific, but a wide variety of projects would be considered, e.g. partial support for a voyage on the Peace Boat, a workshop, peace art or video production amongst other exciting projects that you may be working on. The project would contribute to building a culture of peace, and ideally also have the potential to scale its impact in an even bigger way. The candidate is expected to write a proposal for our consideration.
Does the grant money cover my travel to the designated retreat centre?
As the grant is limited, candidates on the inner journey will be required to cover their own travel expenses to the retreat centre and back. For this reason, we work with the candidate on locating a retreat centre within a reasonable distance from their location.
Does the grant money cover my travel associated with the Outer Journey?
Since the grant is limited, candidates have to cover the cost for their travel associated with the Outer Journey. A partial scholarship is possible for a voyage on the Peace Boat, but the candidate would need to provide for their travel to the point of embarkation and from the point of disembarkation. We're also willing to support non-travel projects, to seed fund them and help an individual or a group to start a small initiative.
Where can I travel in relation to my outer journey?
Projects for the Outer Journey would be undertaken within the Pacific Region.
Does the grant money provide any health or travel insurance cover?
Candidates are asked to make their own arrangements for an adequate policy of insurance covering potential liabilities for the period between leaving for/starting the Fellowship event and returning home/finishing the event.
When do I receive the grant?
The payment is made directly to the retreat centre for the Inner Journey. With regards to the Outer Journey, we will directly send monies to the institution the candidate is engaged with or contribute to the project or program directly as appropriate.
How do I keep in touch with members of the Pacific Fellowship before, after and perhaps during my Inner and Outer journeys?
We encourage and request that the candidate engage with the Pacific Fellowship Team in conversations via VOIP calls, or other means convenient to all, before and after the specific journey. This is offered as a means of support and also as a means of accountability.
Does the Pacific Fellowship require people to sign an agreement form?
We have a Terms and Conditions agreement outlining our mutual responsibilities that we invite the candidate to read. It is understood that candidates are applying on the basis of having read the Terms and Conditions. Once the candidate for the year has been selected, they will be required to read, agree and sign the Terms and Conditions. Candidates will receive support from the Pacific Fellowship conditional on their agreeing to and signing the Terms and Conditions.
What do I do upon completion of my journey (Inner or Outer)?
The candidate is asked to share their experiences in a written report or video. The candidate is encouraged to keep in touch with the members of the Pacific Fellowship team and continue to engage with them on an ongoing basis by sharing information about the Fellowship and carry the work forward.
How do I apply?
Please apply through application forms on our website: https://www.pacificfellowship.org/ After the initial round of applications are received, successful candidates will be invited to participate in a second round, via VOIP calls.
When is the closing date to apply?
We have a rolling application process. Please get in touch when you are ready.
If you are from or reside in the Pacific Rim Region and are currently engaged in the work of peacebuilding within the Pacific Rim you are eligible to apply for the grant.
I am not from (do not live/work in) the Pacific. May I also apply?
Unfortunately, we will not consider any applications from outside of the Pacific region. We do however make grants available to non-nationals who might nonetheless be undertaking important work in the region.
What does Pacific Fellowship mean by peacebuilding?
Peacebuilding is an attempt to address the underlying causes of violence and to work to transform conflict through nonviolent means to create societal change to promote harmony and a sustainable peace.
What is the time frame for the grant?
The Pacific Fellowship offers one grant per calendar year. It could be offered for either an Inner Journey or an Outer Journey.
When do I embark on the Inner Journey?
The Inner journey needs to be scheduled within the year in which the grant is gifted. This could be negotiated with the candidate as well as the retreat centre and we encourage the candidate to proceed as quickly as possible.
When do I start the Outer Journey?
The Outer Journey needs to be scheduled within the year in which the grant is gifted. This could be negotiated with the candidate and may depend on the nature of the project. Some projects such as a voyage on the Peace Boat or a period of study with peacebuilding institutions may have appointed starting times.
How long is an Inner Journey?
The length of time for the Inner Journey normally would be one month.
How long is an Outer Journey?
The length of time for the Outer Journey would depend on the nature of the project envisaged by you.
What is the amount of the grant being offered?
The grant is approximately 1000 AUD and will be paid to the host organisation for a retreat, or will be paid upon completion of the proposed project.
What does the grant money cover?
For the Inner Journey the grant money would cover the program, accommodation and meals. The grant we offer could cover a stay at our partner retreat centres in Japan or in Thailand, for one month. This length of time may be different for an alternative retreat centre. The choice of centre would be negotiated with the candidate.
For the Outer Journey the grant money is intended as a small seed grant. The type of project proposed should focus on peacebuilding in the Pacific, but a wide variety of projects would be considered, e.g. partial support for a voyage on the Peace Boat, a workshop, peace art or video production amongst other exciting projects that you may be working on. The project would contribute to building a culture of peace, and ideally also have the potential to scale its impact in an even bigger way. The candidate is expected to write a proposal for our consideration.
Does the grant money cover my travel to the designated retreat centre?
As the grant is limited, candidates on the inner journey will be required to cover their own travel expenses to the retreat centre and back. For this reason, we work with the candidate on locating a retreat centre within a reasonable distance from their location.
Does the grant money cover my travel associated with the Outer Journey?
Since the grant is limited, candidates have to cover the cost for their travel associated with the Outer Journey. A partial scholarship is possible for a voyage on the Peace Boat, but the candidate would need to provide for their travel to the point of embarkation and from the point of disembarkation. We're also willing to support non-travel projects, to seed fund them and help an individual or a group to start a small initiative.
Where can I travel in relation to my outer journey?
Projects for the Outer Journey would be undertaken within the Pacific Region.
Does the grant money provide any health or travel insurance cover?
Candidates are asked to make their own arrangements for an adequate policy of insurance covering potential liabilities for the period between leaving for/starting the Fellowship event and returning home/finishing the event.
When do I receive the grant?
The payment is made directly to the retreat centre for the Inner Journey. With regards to the Outer Journey, we will directly send monies to the institution the candidate is engaged with or contribute to the project or program directly as appropriate.
How do I keep in touch with members of the Pacific Fellowship before, after and perhaps during my Inner and Outer journeys?
We encourage and request that the candidate engage with the Pacific Fellowship Team in conversations via VOIP calls, or other means convenient to all, before and after the specific journey. This is offered as a means of support and also as a means of accountability.
Does the Pacific Fellowship require people to sign an agreement form?
We have a Terms and Conditions agreement outlining our mutual responsibilities that we invite the candidate to read. It is understood that candidates are applying on the basis of having read the Terms and Conditions. Once the candidate for the year has been selected, they will be required to read, agree and sign the Terms and Conditions. Candidates will receive support from the Pacific Fellowship conditional on their agreeing to and signing the Terms and Conditions.
What do I do upon completion of my journey (Inner or Outer)?
The candidate is asked to share their experiences in a written report or video. The candidate is encouraged to keep in touch with the members of the Pacific Fellowship team and continue to engage with them on an ongoing basis by sharing information about the Fellowship and carry the work forward.
How do I apply?
Please apply through application forms on our website: https://www.pacificfellowship.org/ After the initial round of applications are received, successful candidates will be invited to participate in a second round, via VOIP calls.
When is the closing date to apply?
We have a rolling application process. Please get in touch when you are ready.
