NSHA Diversity Bursary:
Applications open January 5, 2016
Nova Scotia Health Authority (Central Zone) is continuing with its Diversity Bursary program as a step to creating a more diverse workforce that better represents the communities we serve.
Post-secondary students who identify as African Nova Scotian, Aboriginal, immigrant and/or as persons with a disability are invited to apply for a diversity bursary. Students must be:
- Continuing studies in a health profession
- Attending a Canadian post-secondary institution that is recognized by the Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada
- A resident of Halifax Regional Municipality or West Hants
The application form will be available by January 5, 2016 at www.cdha.nshealth.ca/diversity-inclusion. Completed applications will be due February 5, 2016. Applications are evaluated on a number of factors including: community involvement, financial need, educational goals and field of study in health care. For more information contact Anna Jacobs, anna.jacobs@nshealth.ca
Bursary recipients, community health board members and guests at the Diversity Bursary 2015 celebration.