The Study Melbourne Inclusion Program (SMIP) forms part of Victoria's International Education Recovery Plan 2025 to support international students in Victoria.
The SMIP provides funding for activities that support and promote the wellbeing of international students and enhance their experience living in Victoria.
Overview
The program supports post-secondary international students studying at Victorian based universities, TAFEs, private higher education and vocational colleges, English language colleges and and other registered training organisations.
It does not fund activities that target students studying at higher learning institutions outside of Victoria.
Activities that may be considered for funding can focus on a range of topics, including (but not limited to) mental and physical health, volunteering and leadership, community engagement, arts, culture, health and safety.
Activities supporting greater inclusion of women, LGBTQIA+ communities, people of colour and all faiths, people with disabilities and those from a broad spectrum of socio-economic backgrounds are also encouraged.
2024 projects
| Project name | Recipient |
|---|---|
Art Harmony Melbourne (AHM) | Australia Women & Children Protection and Development Inc |
Co-designing a digital suicide prevention intervention for international students | University of Melbourne |
Culture Connect | National Gallery of Victoria |
| Daborra-ma: Creating cultural connections and belonging through storytelling and sports | Discover English |
| Forest Therapy for International Students | International Nature and Forest Therapy Alliance |
| Gig Workers support and wellbeing Project | The Lygon Group |
| International Students Sporting Initiative | Bright Education |
| MAGNIFY - Empowerment Program | STEM Sisters |
| MOVSA Connect | Melbourne Overseas Vietnamese Student Association |
| Right Start – employment rights and readiness for international students | Migrant Workers' Centre |
| RISE - Wellbeing and Success Program for Asian International Students | Mindspace Consulting |
| Salvos on Malop International Student Lounge Projects | Salvation Army Geelong |
| Uplift and change makers project | Shakti Mental Health |
Potential Funding
The SMIP provides grants of up to $75,000 for partnerships of two or more organisations to deliver activities that support and promote the wellbeing of international students in Victoria. All applications for SMIP funding must provide a minimum co-contribution of at least half of the value of the requested funding (e.g. applications for a $50,000 grant must include a co-contribution of at least $25,000).
How to apply
Before applying, please read the program guidelines, supporting documents, frequently asked questions (FAQs) and top 10 tips.
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Apply
Applications must be submitted on the Business Victoria Website. Applications for the 2024 Inclusion program have closed. Applications for 2025 will open later this year.
Enquiries
A member of the SMIP team can be contacted by emailing:
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