Philippa Woolf Scholarships

About the Scholarship

Overview

The Philippa Woolf Scholarship, proudly supported by ACIM Solutions since 2020, offer 14 AWE members the opportunity to build skills, knowledge and capacity through accredited study. This year’s unit is PUATEA003 Lead, Manage and Develop Teams, a nationally recognised unit that can be credited towards the Certificate IV of Public Safety (Leadership) or the Diploma of Public Safety (Emergency Management).

This unit focuses on:

  • Leadership behaviours
  • Developing teams, including coaching and mentoring
  • Emotional intelligence and leadership in difficult situations
  • Training and development, including Training Needs Analyses (TNAs)

A highlight of the scholarship is the cohort study model. Following a virtual meet and greet session, members study together online over two sessions in June 2026, helping to build networks and peer-to-peer relationships with others in the emergency sector.

This course is designed to help you:

  • Strengthen your leadership skills and confidence
  • Develop your ability to lead and support teams in emergency contexts
  • Build connections with peers from across Australia
  • Gain a nationally accredited unit of competency

The scholarships are designed to build the skills and capabilities of women who are younger, newer to leadership roles and/or working in volunteer roles. We are also seeking representation from across Australian states and territories.

All AWE members are eligible to apply. 

Course details

Format: Online, cohort-based 

Dates:

  • Meet and greet: Tuesday 16 June, 4.00–5.00pm AEST
  • Study session 1: Tuesday 23 June, 4.00–7.30pm AEST
  • Study session 2: Tuesday 30 June, 4.00–7.30pm AEST

Please note:

  • Nominees wishing to receive a nationally accredited unit must hold a Unique Student Identifier (USI).
  • Individuals working in the fire sector are required to hold PUATEA002 Work Autonomously prior to being issued this unit. For more information, contact Kathryn Burke at [email protected].

 

Selection criteria

  • Member of AWE 
  • Can attend the course on the dates advertised
  • Committed to advancing knowledge in your work and organisation

Applications open on 1 April and close 30 April! You must be an AWE member to apply, membership is free and you can join any time.

Apply now to grow your leadership skills and connect with women in emergencies across Australia.

Scholarship Applications

Thank you for your interest. The 2026 Philippa Woolf Scholarship has now closed.

About Philippa Woolf

Philippa Woolf has a strong background in emergency management at both an operational and senior level, including 26 years at NSW Police. Philippa also has international experience working with agencies such as Scotland Yard, London Metropolitan Police, Essex Police and Bramshill Police College on a number of employee management and leadership related projects.

Philippa generously provides scholarships through ACIM Solutions and AWE Network to provide women in the emergency management sector with opportunities to develop their leadership skills.