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Applications are now open for the 2024 Vital Voices Global Fellowship – Social Entrepreneurship for Women Changemakers. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and how to apply for it.
Date Posted: 10 Apr, 2024
School of Leadership Afghanistan-SOLA Admissions are now open for female students in Rwanda for the academic year 2024. Click here to learn more about this opportunity.
Date Posted: 08 Apr, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2024 Flat6Labs/Organon Women’s Health Accelerator Program. The Women’s Health Accelerator Program, launched by Flat6Labs and Organon, a global healthcare company, aims to support Femtech startups that focus on enhancing women’s health and wellness, across the Middle East, North Africa, and Turkey (MENAT) region.
Date Posted: 06 Apr, 2024
Applications are now open for the Standard Chartered Women in Technology Incubator Cohort 7. The Standard Chartered Women in Technology Incubator Kenya is Africa’s leading women in tech incubator, aligning with calls for more diversity in technology and for more opportunities for women to develop entrepreneurial and leadership excellence.
Date Posted: 06 Apr, 2024
The East-West Center‘s Changing Faces Women’s Leadership Seminar 2024 is now accepting applications. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and how to apply for it.
Date Posted: 05 Apr, 2024
Lead(H)er Fellowship, a collaborative effort between YouLead Africa, Plan International MEESA, and the African Union Office of the Youth Envoy, is excited to announce the call for applications for its 3rd Cohort. This fellowship is tailored for young women based in Eastern and Southern Africa, aiming to foster their leadership skills and aspirations in Politics, Economics/Business, and Peace and Security
Date Posted: 03 Apr, 2024
The Kroc Institute for Peace and Justice (Kroc IPJ) at the University of San Diego’s Kroc School is pleased to announce the call for applications for the Women PeaceMakers Fellowship program. Since its inception in 2002, this fellowship has provided a unique platform for peacebuilders dedicated to addressing issues of gender, peace, and conflict. Through a comprehensive program encompassing learning, practice, research, and participation, the Women PeaceMakers Fellowship aims to fortify peacebuilding partnerships and foster impactful collaborations.
Date Posted: 03 Apr, 2024
Applications are ongoing for Goldman Sachs One Million Black Women: Black in Business. Click here to learn more about this scholarship and how to apply for it.
Date Posted: 02 Apr, 2024
WeAreTheCity, has partnered with Visa, a world leader in digital payments, to announce the launch of the 2024 Visa Everywhere Pioneer 20 following the inaugural edition in 2023.
Date Posted: 02 Apr, 2024
The Generation Google Scholarship: for women in computer science in Ireland was established to help aspiring computer scientists excel in technology and become leaders in the field. Click here to learn more about this scholarship and how to apply for it.
Date Posted: 02 Apr, 2024
Applications are now open for the Canon Female Photojournalist Grant 2024. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and how to apply for it.
Date Posted: 30 Mar, 2024
The Elizabeth Neuffer Fellowship offers women and nonbinary journalists who cover social justice and human rights with chances for academic and professional advancement.
Date Posted: 29 Mar, 2024
Applications for the Marilyn Stafford FotoReportage Award are being accepted right now. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and how to apply for it.
Date Posted: 29 Mar, 2024
Are you an Afghan woman or refugee looking to change your life and open doors to new opportunities by learning how to code? If yes, apply to SheCodes Foundation ‘s program, which offers a great opportunity to help and empower 5000 young Afghan women to learn how to code.
Date Posted: 28 Mar, 2024
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Applications for the WE Empower Un SDG challenge are now open. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and how to apply for it.
Date Posted: 28 Mar, 2024
Next Generation Women Leaders (NGWL) Asia-Pacific is a prestigious program organized by McKinsey & Company to empower and connect talented women across the Asia-Pacific region.
Date Posted: 28 Mar, 2024
The British Academy has launched a call for proposals focusing on women and climate action, welcoming researchers from various countries to participate in collaborative research endeavors.
Date Posted: 28 Mar, 2024
This fully funded initiative aims to provide support and resources to Afghan students, particularly women from the Hazara community, who face significant challenges due to the current situation in Afghanistan by the Taliban.
Date Posted: 27 Mar, 2024
Imperial College London DeepMind Scholarships for 2024 offer a remarkable opportunity for aspiring minds in the realm of AI and machine learning. This fully funded scholarship, in collaboration with DeepMind, one of the leading AI research organizations globally, aims to nurture the next generation of AI innovators.
Date Posted: 27 Mar, 2024
Applications are now open for the Women PeaceMakers Fellowship program. Click here to learn more about this unique opportunity and how to apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 Mar, 2024
1. What Are Women Scholarships?
Women scholarships are financial awards specifically designed to support female students in their academic pursuits. These scholarships aim to bridge the gender gap in education, particularly in fields where women have been historically underrepresented, such as STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics), business, and leadership roles.
2. Are There Scholarships Specifically for Women in STEM?
Yes, there are numerous scholarships specifically for women pursuing degrees in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics). Organizations, universities, and governments offer these scholarships to encourage more women to enter and thrive in STEM fields, where they are often underrepresented.
3. Are There Scholarships for Women Entrepreneurs?
Yes, there are scholarships and grants specifically for women entrepreneurs. These financial awards aim to support women starting their own businesses or those enrolled in programs related to entrepreneurship, leadership, and innovation. Many organizations are eager to support women's business ventures through both education and funding.
4. How Competitive are Women Scholarships?
Women scholarships can be highly competitive, especially for prestigious awards or in fields with limited opportunities for women. However, the demand for increased representation of women in certain areas means that more scholarships are becoming available. Strong academic performance, leadership skills, and a well-crafted application can increase your chances of success.
5. What Organizations Offer Women Scholarships?
Many organizations offer scholarships specifically for women. Some notable organizations include:
The P.E.O. Sisterhood
The Society of Women Engineers (SWE)
The Margaret McNamara Education Grants
6. How Can Women Scholarships Help in Career Advancement?
Women scholarships not only provide financial support but can also open doors to networking opportunities, mentorship, internships, and career development programs. Many scholarship providers aim to support women in reaching leadership roles, advancing in their fields, and bridging the gender gap in traditionally male-dominated industries.