University of Melbourne students honoured by Graduate Women Victoria

Two students from the University of Melbourne have received awards from Graduate Women Victoria (GWV) to support their studies and research in human rights law and education.

Chloë Nelson, a final year PhD candidate in the Faculty of Education, received the Feminist Fathers Bursary from GWV. Chloë has worked as a science teacher and in science education outreach and is now researching how to support the professional growth of science teachers.

Rachael Thompson, who is in the final semester of a Master of Human Rights Law at Melbourne Law School, received the SWAN Bursary from GWV. She is now dedicated to using her skills to contribute a more inclusive society in which people with intellectual disabilities are co-creators of the policies and laws that directly impact them.

Graduate Women Victoria (GWV) offers an annual program of scholarships and bursaries for women and non-binary or gender-diverse students who have experienced disadvantage in pursuit of their studies.

The association was founded in 1920 with a common goal of promoting understanding and friendship amongst university women of the world, regardless of their personal circumstances.

Both Rachael and Chloë have overcome significant personal and health challenges while pursuing their education and are honoured to have been recognised and supported by GWV.

For more information about GWV and their scholarship program, visit: https://www.gradwomenvic.org.au/