Applications for the Wotton Kearney APIG Scholarship for 2026 are now open!
In partnership with the Australasian Professional Indemnity Group (APIG), this annual scholarship awards AUD$9,500 in funding towards attending an international conference of the winner’s choice related to professional indemnity insurance or their specialist product area (for example, cyber or environmental insurance).
For over a decade, the annual Australian WK APIG Scholarship has recognised outstanding contribution and talent in our industry and connected the successful candidate with a lifetime educational experience, aimed at enhancing their professional career.
The winner will also benefit from excellent personal profiling opportunities, sharing their experiences with other APIG members and the market.
Prize and Learning Package
The 2026 Scholarship Package consists of AUD$9,500 in funding towards attending an international conference of your choice directly related to professional indemnity insurance or your specialist product area.
A key part of the package is for the winner to share their experience with APIG members on return by way of a brief update and video Q&A. We will also share the winner’s submission at www.apig.com.au.
Eligibility
- Be a current APIG member under the age of 36 on the submission close date (Friday, 17 July 2026).
- Applicants must be actively involved in financial lines or professional indemnity insurance in Australia.
- Approval from your company / employer to attend your nominated conference.
- Members of the APIG National Committee and employees of Wotton Kearney are ineligible.
For ideas and examples of past winners’ submissions, along with full terms and conditions, please view our Information Pack or the WK APIG Scholarship page.
How to apply
Complete the online application form below before 5.00pm (AEST) on Friday, 17 July 2026.
If you have any trouble completing the form, please email us at APIGScholarship@wottonkearney.com.
Your submission should address the following questions:
- Briefly tell us about your current role and its focus.
- What you see as a major issue for your area of insurance and how it could be resolved (video up to 3 minutes, or text up to 500 words).
- In a few words, what makes you proud to work in the financial lines insurance industry in Australia.
Key Dates
Applications Open: Wednesday, 17 June 2026
Applications Close: 5.00pm (AEST) on Friday, 17 July 2026
Winner Announced: Thursday, 10 September 2026 (at the 2026 APIG Conference)