Status: Open

Find out information about the aims, funding, key dates, resources and contacts for the Macquarie University Carer Conference Support Scheme (MQCCSS).

Applications for MQCCSS must be received 2 months prior to the conference.

Aim

The primary purpose of the Macquarie University Carer Conference Support Scheme (MQCCSS) is to assist academic staff who have carer responsibilities to attend and present at academic conferences.

Funding up to $500 is available for a conference within the Sydney metropolitan area, $1000 for a national conference outside the Sydney metropolitan area, $1500 for conferences in Western Australia, the Northern Territory or far North Queensland and $2000 for an international conference.

  • This scheme is open for continuous submission and assessment.
  • The date of the proposed conference cannot be less than 2 months from the time of application.
  • Applicants should be aware that funding is limited and it is advantageous to apply early.

Contacts

Contact us for more information about research services, grants and awards.

Ms Fiona Collison
Grant Development Manager
Research Services
T: +61 2 9850 6848
E: grant.development@mq.edu.au