Applications invited for Good Samaritan Study, Accompaniment and Mentoring Program for Catholic women

Applications are invited for the women’s Study, Accompaniment and Mentoring (SAM) Program, an initiative of the Sisters of the Good Samaritan, in 2025. Core components include financial assistance for women undertaking tertiary studies, spiritual direction and mentoring. 

Since their foundation and throughout their 167-year history, the Sisters of the Good Samaritan have been committed to the flourishing of women. They have educated girls and women from pre-school to tertiary levels and have been engaged in adult education and adult faith formation. The Sisters are now inviting applications for the fifth year of their Study, Accompaniment and Mentoring (SAM) Program.

The program offers financial assistance to a maximum of $A8000 per year for women undertaking tertiary studies at a recognised theological institution. The grant can be spent on tuition or other expenses associated with the completion of the qualification.

Core components of the program include opportunities for spiritual direction and mentoring. Invitations are also offered for participants to gather to share their experiences and to explore questions arising from their study in conversation with experienced women leaders in the Church.

Criteria

• Catholic women aged 30 years and over who are resident in Australia, Kiribati, the Philippines or Japan – countries where the Sisters of the Good Samaritan live and minister;
• An interest in the academic, spiritual and mentoring components of the program;
• Identification of current study being undertaken or a proposed course at a recognised theological institution;
• Evidence of leadership exercised in any context. Leadership experience in a not-for-profit organisation or a faith-based institution will be highly regarded; and
• Special consideration will be given to women who are experiencing financial hardship or who live in isolated communities.

To view the information on the Sisters of the Good Samaritan website, click here

To download this information as a flyer, click here.

For further information or to request an information pack, please send an email to samleadership@goodsams.org.au

Applications for the 2025 program close on 30 August 2024.