Fórsa is inviting eligible members and activists to apply to its third level grant support scheme, which gives limited financial assistance to those undertaking certified educational courses – up to third level – that will assist them in carrying out their union representative role.

The programme requires that the qualifications and skills achieved through the scheme supported courses will be of benefit to the member in their work, union and personal life.

The scheme does not cover courses designed to enhance professional or career development unless they also improve a member’s ability to act as a Fórsa rep.

Applicants must be fully paid-up Fórsa members and can only apply by completing the application form. They must also have the support of their own Fórsa branch.

The closing date for applications is 5.30pm on Friday 13th October 2023, and all applications must be submitted by email to: bursaries@forsa.ie.

Full details of the application requirements and available support are available here. .

The approved application form is available here.

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