National Tax Clinic Program Pacific Australian Labour Mobility (PALM) Scheme Initiative – Grant Round 3

Overview

The objectives of the grant opportunity are to: Support PALM scheme workers across Australia with preparing their Departing Australia Superannuation Payment (DASP) claims prior to departure from Australia, to make it easier to lodge the claim when they return home. Increase PALM scheme worker knowledge and understanding of Australia’s superannuation and taxation system, with priority given to superannuation assistance. Undertake educational activities to better inform students involved in National Tax Clinics and PALM scheme workers on Australia’s superannuation system. The intended outcomes of the grant opportunity are to: Support PALM scheme workers to effectively lodge their DASP applications upon return home, to improve access to accrued superannuation savings. Increase understanding of Australian tax and superannuation systems for PALM scheme workers. Provide education and practical experience for students participating in National Tax Clinics.