Grants and Awards

The Faculty and the University offers various grants and awards to support projects that drive diversity, inclusion, and impactful research.

Grants

Melbourne Disability Institute (MDI) Research Seed Funding

Up to $35,000 for University of Melbourne academics conducting interdisciplinary, community-engaged disability research.

MDI Graduate Student Research Support Funds

Up to $3,000 for University of Melbourne graduate students conducting collaborative disability research with the disability community.


Awards

Global, Place and Community Excellence Awards

Open to academic and professional staff who demonstrate outstanding engagement in community and global initiatives.

Victorian Disability Awards

Open to individuals and organisations across Victoria who contribute significantly to disability inclusion and advocacy