Why was the Peace and Disarmament Education Trust established?

The Trust was established on 3 May 1988, with money received from France in recognition of the events surrounding the sinking of the Greenpeace ship Rainbow Warrior in Auckland on 10 July 1985.

What types of grants does the Peace and Disarmament Education Trust make?

The Peace and Disarmament Education Trust promotes international peace, arms control and disarmament through education. The Trust provides post-graduate scholarships and grants for projects with charitable purposes that will advance or support its objective.

Who makes the grant decisions for the Peace and Disarmament Education Trust?

The Trustee is the Secretary for Internal Affairs.

The Trustee acts on the recommendations of the Public Advisory Committee for Disarmament and Arms Control, which advises the Government on disarmament and arms control.