Selection criteria

Applications will be assessed according to the following criteria:

1. Project characteristics:
   1. intercultural / international focus (hurdle requirement)
   2. relevance to APS and its vision
   3. culturally sensitive and culturally informed approach
   4. evidence-based approach including plans for evaluation
   5. benefit to recipients of project activities
   6. benefit to psychology/psychologists in target community
   7. feasibility of project and probability of successful completion
   8. sustainability after funding ends
   9. ongoing engagement with the APS
   10. evidence of innovation
2. Applicant/nominee characteristics:
   1. demonstrated appropriate skills, knowledge, experience and competence to carry out project, including evidence of cultural sensitivity
3. Budget:
   1. clear rationale for all budget items
   2. evidence of need for Grant in order for the project to proceed
   3. clear and accurate description of budget items
   4. realistic and modest costings
4. Application characteristics:
   1. clarity and completeness