Welcome to the AOF

Vision
To be an outstanding provider of overseas scholarships to young vocationally trained Australians, developing leadership, knowledge and experience that is reinvested in Australia.

Mission
1. Build effective relationships with key organizations involved in the training and recognition of trainees and apprentices.

2. Attract applicants who are judged by their peers to be outstanding in their field of endeavor.

3. Utilize the formal education, training and experience of the awardees’ field of endeavor overseas to provide a unique opportunity for excellence, achievement, personal development and cultural exchange.

4. Develop an association that is mutually beneficial to the AOF and overseas employers.

Core Values
We value integrity, openness, respect for people, encouraging and supportive actions to transfer the skills gained through overseas work experience.
We are vitally interested in the education, development and leadership potential of young Australians.
We also value independence, confidence and awareness of cultural development.

Value Propositions
Applicants: Prestigious award providing exceptional opportunities to travel overseas gaining leadership development, cultural and work experience.

Sponsors: Provides sponsors with the opportunity to demonstrate their commitment to young Australians.

Overseas Employees: Provides a high caliber employee who is committed to being successful for both their employer and themselves.

Training and Industry: Acknowledges your organization’s success in providing high caliber training. Also provides your graduate with the opportunity to be acknowledged on the “World Stage”.