The Pasifika Medical Association (PMA) is pleased to announce the launch of its annual Pacific Health Education Scholarships, aimed at supporting students pursuing careers in health-related fields as well as medical professionals currently practicing in their respective area of work. There are 11 scholarships available to be awarded to 19 individuals, including the addition of two new scholarships, the Elizabeth Powell Nursing Scholarship and the Dr Sitaleki Finau Scholarship.
The PMA scholarships are open to Pacific students and health professionals and will provide financial assistance to successful applicants. PMA Memberships Board Chair, Dr Jitoko Cama, encourages all eligible students and health professionals to apply.
"This is an incredible opportunity for those eligible to further their education and career aspirations. The PMA scholarships are an important tool in helping build the Pacific health workforce as well as promoting diversity in the healthcare industry.
"This is one step towards empowering Pasifika to make a positive impact in their communities; investing in the education of our future health workforce is essential."
PMA CEO, Debbie Sorensen, acknowledges the namesakes of the scholarships.
"The PMA Scholarships are named after Pacific health leaders, most who have passed on and whose legacy will remain for years to come.
"Their service and leadership to Pacific health has been transformational and it is fitting that these scholarships are contributing to the success of our future Pacific health workforce.
"We especially want to acknowledge our dear friends and colleagues, Elizabeth Powell and Professor Sitaleki Finau, who dedicated their lives to the health and wellbeing of our Pacific communities. We are proud to honour them with these new scholarships."
Applications are officially open and will close Friday 2 June 2023. For more information on the Pacific Health Education Scholarships and how to apply, click here.
