Westpac Women and Girls Education Grant

About the grant

The Women and Girls Education Grant program was set up over a decade ago by Westpac Fiji to support equal opportunity for women and girls through education, helping to break down barriers and create pathways for women and girls across Fiji.

We’re inviting all primary, secondary and tertiary students as well as adult learners who wish to advance their studies to apply.

Catergories

Primary School

Draw a colourful poster to show how everyone can work together to support girls and women in our community.

(Please note: Only A4 size paper will be accepted. Each poster must also have a short written description of the poster in no more than 200 words.)

Secondary School

Write an essay (500 words max), submit a A4 poster or submit a video on “What does ‘March Forward’ mean to you? Describe one way that young people in Fiji can help promote gender equality in their community.”

(All video submissions are to be made online)

Tertiary & Adult Learners

Write an essay (1,500 words max) on "The Role of Education in Marching Forward: Analyse how improving access to quality education for girls and women in Fiji can drive social and economic progress. What initiatives could be implemented?".

How to apply

To apply for the Primary or Secondary School category, please fill out the application form and attach a scanned copy of your birth certificate. If you are selected, we will require an original copy of your birth certificate, so please have it ready.

To apply for the Tertiary/Adult Learners category, please complete the application form and submit a copy of one valid ID such as your Student ID, Electronic Voter ID, Driver's Licence, Passport, or FNPF/FRCS Joint ID.

This year’s essay topics are related to the UN Women Australia's International Women’s Day theme: March Forward: For all Women and Girls.

Applications can be made via one of the following ways:

Online: Apply online (click below)
Email: wgeg@westpac.com.au
Hand Deliver: At your local Westpac Branch
Post to: Women & Girls Education Grant, Westpac Fiji, P.O. Box 238, Suva

Applications close on 31 July 2025.