Scholarships and Opportunities for Women 2025 - 2026 - Page 2

    • African Observatory on Responsible Al Scholarship logo
    • African Observatory on Responsible Al Scholarship for African Women 2025 (Fully-Funded)

      Applications are open for the African Observatory on Responsible Al Scholarship for African Women 2025. The African Observatory on Responsible Al is committed to fostering ethical Al governance across the continent. As part of its Women in Focus initiative, the Observatory is offering five fully funded scholarships for African women to participate in a short course on Al Ethics and Policy.

      Date Posted: 27 Mar, 2025

    • Canon Female Photojournalist Grant logo
    • Canon Female Photojournalist Grant 2025 (up to €8,000)

      For the twenty-fifth consecutive year, Canon and Visa pour l’Image will present the prestigious Canon Female Photojournalist Grant, recognizing outstanding contributions to photojournalism by female photographers. If you are a Female Photojournalist with outstanding contributions and achievements in social, economic, political, or cultural subjects in a journalistic manner, don’t miss this grant.

      Date Posted: 26 Mar, 2025

    • WE Empower UN Sustainable Development Goals Challenge logo
    • WE Empower UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Challenge 2025

      Applications are open for the WE Empower UN SDG Challenge 2025. The WE Empower UN SDG Challenge is a global competition for women social entrepreneurs who are advancing the United Nations (UN) Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and inspiring entire communities to create the world we want by 2030.

      Date Posted: 24 Mar, 2025

    • Girls Accelerating Sustainable Action Competition logo
    • Girls Accelerating Sustainable Action (GASA) Competition 2025

      Applications are open for the Girls Accelerating Sustainable Action (GASA) Competition 2025. The "I AM GASA" (Girl Accelerating Sustainable Action) is an initiative that aims to empower young women (ages 15-32) to accelerate sustainable action, sustainable action and emerge as leaders in their communities.

      Date Posted: 17 Mar, 2025

    • TiE Women Program logo
    • TiE Women Global Program 2025

      Applications are now open for the TiE Women Global Program 2025. This is an incredible opportunity for women founders to showcase their innovative business ideas on a global stage.

      Date Posted: 15 Mar, 2025

    • DefendDefenders Safe Sisters Fellowship Programme logo
    • DefendDefenders Safe Sisters Fellowship Programme 2025

      Applications are open for the DefendDefenders Safe Sisters Fellowship Programme 2025. Safe Sisters is a fellowship program that builds the capacity of Women Human Rights Defenders (WHRDs), civil society workers, journalists and media workers to understand and respond to the digital safety challenges that they face in their work and daily life.

      Date Posted: 11 Mar, 2025

    • Moniepoint Women in Tech Internship logo
    • The Moniepoint Women in Tech Internship 2025

      Applications are open for the Moniepoint Women in Tech Internship. This internship is aimed at ensuring that young women have access to building a career in technology.

      Date Posted: 10 Mar, 2025

    • IFC She Wins Climate Acceleration Program logo
    • IFC She Wins Climate Acceleration Program 2025

      Applications are open for the IFC She Wins Climate Acceleration Program 2025. She Wins Climate, an initiative launched by the International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, and implemented by adelphi, VC4A and EBAN. This program aims to support women-led climate startups in Eastern Europe and Central Asia.

      Date Posted: 10 Mar, 2025

    • VISA She's Next Grant Program logo
    • VISA She's Next Grant Program Canada 2025 ($10,000 Grant)

      Applications are open for the VISA She's Next Grant Program Canada 2025. Visa is empowering women entrepreneurs across Canada, offering twenty $10,000 grants and access to an accelerated mentorship program through Space, York University. Apply now!

      Date Posted: 06 Mar, 2025

    • AWIEF Growth Accelerator Programme logo
    • AWIEF Growth Accelerator Programme 2025 for Nigerian Female Entrepreneurs

      Applications are now open for the 2025 AWIEF Growth Accelerator Programme . AWIEF has partnered with African Guarantee Fund (AGF) and FSDH Merchant Bank Limited to implement its flagship AWIEF Growth Accelerator programme in Nigeria and is excited to announce the call for applications.

      Date Posted: 05 Mar, 2025

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Women Scholarship FAQs

 

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:

 

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.