Cameron and Anderson are two of seven players to receive the inaugural scholarship which recognises current players from across the AFL and AFLW. 

The program aims to support senior First Nations players to further develop their leadership capability, strengthen post-playing career pathways and contribute to First Nations player leadership across the AFL industry.

The scholarships are the first initiative delivered through the AFL First Nations Impact Fund and recognise current players making a significant contribution at their clubs, communities and across the broader football industry.

The seven inaugural scholarship recipients are: 
Ally Anderson (Brisbane Lions) 
Charlie Cameron (Brisbane Lions) 
Jack Martin (Geelong Cats) 
Jy Farrar (Gold Coast SUNS) 
Jarman Impey (Hawthorn) 
Jy Simpkin (North Melbourne) 
Brad Hill (St Kilda) 

Each recipient will receive $25,000 to support their leadership aspirations, professional development and career opportunities beyond their playing career. 

Over the 12 month program starting in September, recipients will undertake a learning opportunity aligned to their individual future career aspirations, participate in First Nations player gatherings and AFL activities, undertake a tailored AFL secondment opportunity to build technical expertise and participate in a structured network comprising all scholarship recipients, which will involve regular engagement with AFL leadership.

Lions AFLW and dual premiership player, Anderson said it was exciting to see the AFL invest in First Nations players.

“I’m really grateful to receive the First Nations Senior Players Scholarship and for the opportunity to continue developing myself both on and off the footy field," Anderson said.

“It’s exciting to see the AFL creating pathways for us to use our experiences and leadership to make a positive impact on the game and the wider football community into the future.”