Erin Geaney GLE Scholarship 2026 nomination form

Overview

Nominations Now Open

The Erin Geaney Global Leadership Exchange (GLE) Scholarship honours the legacy of Erin Geaney. Erin Geaney was a New Zealander who was a valued member of GLE, having worked with the organisation for almost 23 years.  Known worldwide and a friendly face to all, Erin passed away unexpectedly on 19 February 2025.

To recognise Erin’s contribution, GLE is offering a scholarship to the New Zealand leader who best represents the theme of this year’s Exchange: “Ideas to action: Inspiring leaders to mobilise collective solutions”. 

The scholarship provides full funding for one New Zealander to attend the 2026 GLE Leadership Exchange in Canada (1–5 June 2026). The recipient is expected to attend a two-day match of their choice and the two-day Network Meeting.
Funding includes travel, accommodation, and related costs.

To nominate someone, please click the link below and fill in the form.

Nominations close Midday Monday 30 March 2026.

About the Exchange

The GLE Exchange includes:

• Immersive Knowledge Exchanges (“Matches”) – 1–2 June,
• Global Network Meeting – 3–5 June,
• Participation from leaders across mental health, substance use and addictions, and disability sectors worldwide.

Who can be nominated?

We are seeking nominations for leaders from:

• Mental health,
• Substance use and addiction,
• The disability community.

Nominees must have:

• At least five years of leadership experience,
• A demonstrated idea to action project with real world impact,
• A willingness to participate internationally.

Nominators must confirm that the nominee has agreed to be nominated.

Selection Process

Whaikaha and MoH/HNZ will each assess nominations and identify three top nominees (one per sector).

These nominees will be forwarded to GLE International, who will select the final scholarship recipient.

Notification is expected by 20 April 2026.

Contact

Any questions, please contact mhasp.engagement@health.govt.nz

Privacy statement 

Information collected will be used only for the purpose of assessing and progressing the nomination for the Erin Geaney GLE Scholarship 2026.

Information will be shared only with authorised officials and GLE International.