Soroptimist International Great Britain and Ireland (SIGBI) Diamond Education Grant Programme 2026

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About SIGBI Diamond Education Grant Programme

The Diamond Education Grant Programme helps women improve their employment prospects by funding essential costs related to education or vocational training. It is designed to support skill development, career transitions, and re-entry into the workforce across countries within the SIGBI Federation.

• Sponsor Organisation: Soroptimist International Great Britain and Ireland (SIGBI)

Benefits of SIGBI Diamond Education Grant Programme

• The grant provides financial assistance for course fees and required books or equipment. It does not cover living, travel, or accommodation expenses.
• Its mission is to raise education levels among women who may not otherwise have the means to upskill or pursue career-relevant training.

SIGBI Diamond Education Grant Programme Requirements

Applicants must meet all core eligibility criteria:

• Must be female.

• Must be permanently resident within SIGBI territory (e.g., Bangladesh, India, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, regions in Europe and the Caribbean).

• Must not have received a Diamond Education Grant before.

• Must be willing to submit a progress report at the end of the academic year.

• Must be applying for course fees or course-related equipment only.

Application Date and Process

Follow these steps to ensure a complete and valid application:

1. Confirm Course Eligibility

• Ensure your course begins no earlier than September 2026.

• Verify that it is either the first year of a longer course or a short programme fully within 2026–2027.

2. Prepare Your Application

• Complete the online application form before 15 April.

• Ensure all personal and residency information is accurate.

• Prepare details on course costs, equipment needs, and your reasons for applying.

3. Submit Before the Deadline

• Applications close 15 April.

• After this date, the form is removed and late submissions are not accepted.

4. Await Notification

• Trustees review submissions and notify successful applicants in June.

5. Provide Required Documentation

Between July and October, selected candidates must:

• Submit references.

• Provide proof of enrolment.

• Confirm course details.

6. End-of-Year Requirements

After June of the following year, recipients must:

• Submit a progress report describing how the grant benefited them.

• Provide receipts for any equipment purchased with grant funding.

Application Deadline

15 April, 2026

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