Dr Helen Row-Zonta Rural Health Scholarship in Medicine

The Dr Helen Row-Zonta Rural Health Scholarship in Medicine was established in 2022 to commemorate the contribution of Dr Helen Maude Row to rural medicine. Dr Helen Row was a pioneering woman who in the late 1930s and early 1940s was the first female GP to go 'out bush' during wartime. The scholarship aims to support equality of representation in both GPs and rural practitioners by providing encouragement to women on this pathway. This scholarship is available to domestic, female, fourth-year students enrolled full-time in the Doctor of Medicine at the University of Queensland. Eligible students must be undertaking placements at a health site in a Rural or Regional Area for a second consecutive year and must demonstrate financial hardship through documentary evidence. The scholarship provides at least $4,500 for a duration of one year, with one award available annually. Selection is based on financial need and the applicant's strength of interest in pursuing a career in medicine in a rural area as demonstrated through a personal statement. Applications require submission of a personal statement outlining the applicant's background, circumstances, financial need, attempts to overcome difficulties, and commitment to rural medicine. The scholarship reflects a commitment to supporting female medical students who are dedicated to addressing healthcare needs in rural and remote areas of Australia, continuing the legacy of Dr Helen Row's pioneering work in rural medicine.