The ANUSA Indigenous Wellbeing Program is designed to support currently enrolled Indigenous students facing financial hardship during their studies at the ANU. If awarded, this financial contribution will not have to be paid back. A maximum total of up to $300 can be granted per student per semester at the discretion of ANUSA towards well-being, health and fitness-related services.

Examples of what can be covered:

• Physical and mental health support and related costs such as appointment gap fees.

• Fitness membership (up to the program limit of $300 per student, if successful), club sign-up fees.

• Fitness-related costs such as necessary equipment.

Eligibility criteria

• Currently enrolled domestic student at the ANU

• Identify as an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander

• Is seeking support for their wellbeing.

• Experiencing financial hardship

Application process

To apply for this program, the following must be met:

1. The completed application form

2. Evidence of current enrolment

3. Evidence of appointment/registration/booking costs(Please also provide payment details for the relevant service provider if relevant)

4. Screenshot or proof of current bank balance

5. Send the completed form and enrolment confirmation letter to sa.assistance@anu.edu.au 

How to download an enrolment confirmation letter

If you need assistance with filling in the form, please contact the ANUSA Student Assistance Team at: sa.assistance@anu.edu.au or call 6125 2444.