International Wellbeing Scholarships 2026
Applications are now open
Overview
The FREE Research and Educational Equity Trust invites applications for a limited number of fully funded scholarships.
These scholarships support professionals, academics, and leaders to apply evidence-based Universal Wellbeing approaches across organisations, communities, and research contexts.
What the Scholarship Supports
Professional learning in Universal Wellbeing approaches
Application across education, health, community, business, and research settings
Global access through live online delivery
Professional recognition and accreditation pathways
Scholarship Coverage
Full tuition fees
Live online learning and academic support
Access to learning resources
Certification and accreditation pathway
Note: Travel, accommodation, and personal costs are not included.
Who Should Apply
Professionals working in:
Education
Health and clinical settings
Social and community services
Business and organisational leadership
Government and policy
Research and evaluation
Applicants should be able to apply learning within real-world settings and demonstrate interest in improving wellbeing outcomes.
Application Requirements
Completed Enrolment Form
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Statement of Purpose
Two professional or academic references are required. These may be submitted after the initial application if additional time is needed.
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How to Apply
Step 1 - Request the Enrolment Form and Scholarship Guidelines
Step 2 - Submit all required documents via email to:
admin@nzcdi.ac.nz
Selection Considerations
Applications are assessed based on:
Relevance of professional experience
Commitment to evidence-based practice
Potential for real-world impact
Alignment with the purpose of the scholarship
Delivery
All learning is delivered live online with flexible scheduling to support both international and New Zealand participants.
Contact
Scholarship Administration Team
FREE Research and Educational Equity Trust
Delivered in partnership with
FREEDOM Wellbeing Institute
New Zealand Curriculum Design Institute (NZCDI)
Level 1, 610 Victoria Street, Hamilton, New Zealand
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