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The fifth edition of the BIC Africa Acceleration Programme for Women Entrepreneurs will support 30 women entrepreneurs in total, including 20 from the country projects Angola, Comoros, Ethiopia, Madagascar, Somalia and 10 others from other Sub-Saharan African countries willing to scale their businesses, while contributing to achieve the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Applications are ongoing for this programme.
Date Posted: 01 Mar, 2025
Do you know extraordinary Black women making remarkable strides in their fields? If yes, it’s time to unite to celebrate and honour their exceptional achievements!
Date Posted: 28 Feb, 2025
Applications are open for the L'Oréal-UNESCO for Women in Science Young Talents - Germany 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 28 Feb, 2025
Applications are open for the L'Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science Young Talents - Sub-Saharan Africa 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 28 Feb, 2025
Applications are open for the NATO STO Women & Girls in Science Challenge 2025. Launched in celebration of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, the WGS25 challenge invites young women and girls to submit visionary research proposals addressing pressing challenges in the field of security and defence research.
Date Posted: 25 Feb, 2025
Are you a changemaker in your community? Apply now for the Plan International Youth Leadership Academy 2025. Plan International's Youth Leadership Academy gives you the tools you need to create the change you want. Plan believes that young people are today's leaders. So, they work together to build a better world, and they won't stop until we are all equal.
Date Posted: 24 Feb, 2025
Applications for the Nailekhanim Foundation Scholarship are open for female students to pursue their postgraduate studies in the academic year of 2024-25 at Khazar University in Azerbaijan.
Date Posted: 22 Feb, 2025
Applications are open for the Vital Voices Visionaries Fellowship 2025. The VV Visionaries program, a partnership between Vital Voices Global Partnership and the Estée Lauder Emerging Leaders Fund, the charitable fund of Estée Lauder, aims to support the next generation of emerging leaders who are redefining leadership in their everyday lives. Together with the Estée Lauder Emerging Leaders Fund, they aim to champion women leaders across diverse sectors, industries, and experiences who want to create positive social impact in their communities and beyond.
Date Posted: 21 Feb, 2025
The University of Oxford, under the program (Executive Diploma Scholarship for Women), has announced one diploma scholarship for outstanding women candidates. Women from around the globe with proven leadership skills can apply for this scholarship.
Date Posted: 20 Feb, 2025
Applications are open for the second cohort of the Vital Voices Bold Movers Program 2025. The Vital Voices Bold Movers Program created in partnership between Stuart Weitzman and Vital Voices Global Partnership, is designed to invest in women changemakers working to achieve their next social impact milestone. Apply now!
Date Posted: 14 Feb, 2025
Applications are open for the EMBL-UNESCO Residency in Infection Biology Research 2025. The European Molecular Biology Laboratory (EMBL), in partnership with the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), are calling for applications from young women scientists working on infection biology to conduct a short-term research project at EMBL during 2025.
Date Posted: 13 Feb, 2025
Applications are open for the TWAS-Fayzah M. Al-Kharafi Award 2025. TWAS invites nominations for the Award from all its members as well as science academies, national research councils, universities and scientific institutions in developing and developed countries.
Date Posted: 12 Feb, 2025
Are you a young woman interested in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM)? Do you want to develop critical skills while tackling real-world global challenges? The AFS Global STEM Accelerators program offers a fully funded opportunity for young women worldwide to advance their STEM knowledge, enhance global competence, and make a meaningful impact.
Date Posted: 12 Feb, 2025
Applications are open for the Nigeria Malaria Modelling Fellowship (MMF) 2025. The Nigeria Malaria Modelling Fellowship (MMF) is an initiative to build the mathematical modelling capacity of public health professionals in Nigeria. The Fellowship will expose participants to a comprehensive curriculum that includes core modelling content, in-depth knowledge of malaria epidemiology including transmission dynamics, and adjunct modules crucial to enhancing their careers and equipping them with in-demand modelling competence.
Date Posted: 12 Feb, 2025
Applications are open for the McKinsey & Company Next Generation Women Leaders (NGWL) EMEA Program 2025. The Next Generation Women Leaders (NGWL) EMEA program is a three-day virtual program taking place April 25-27, 2024. Attendees will explore the importance of women in leadership, develop their own leadership abilities, and create a long-lasting community.
Date Posted: 12 Feb, 2025
Applications are open for the Girls Leading Our World (GLOW) Global Cohort 2025. Women Empowering Nations provides young women 17-23 with an immersive three-month virtual leadership development experience building the next generation of social impact executive leaders. It dives into various topics including culture and identity, public speaking, personal and professional branding, executive leadership, and social justice and advocacy.
Date Posted: 10 Feb, 2025
Applications are open for the National Association of Investment Companies (NAIC) Women in Alternatives UP Fellowship Program 2025. The Women in Alternatives UP Fellowship Program fosters professional development for mid-career ethnically diverse women in alternative investments through targeted skill building and overall career guidance.
Date Posted: 10 Feb, 2025
Applications for the Swedish Institute She Entrepreneurs Programme 2025 are now open. She Entrepreneurs offers practical, hands-on leadership training based on real business experience, collaborative learning, and participant-centric approach.
Date Posted: 08 Feb, 2025
Are you an adolescent girl or young woman (AGYW) aged 18 to 28 and living in Malawi, Tanzania, Cameroon, Eswatini, or Lesotho? Are you passionate about making your voice heard and leading the way in decisions that shape the lives of AGYW? This is your chance to make an impact! The Global Network of Young People Living with HIV (Y+ Global) is recruiting HER Voice Fund Ambassadors in Malawi, Tanzania, Cameroon, Eswatini and Lesotho.
Date Posted: 07 Feb, 2025
Applications are open for the WomEn Southern Africa Fellowship 2025. WomEn Southern Africa Fellowship powered by De Beers Group develops leadership, innovation, well-being and employability skills required by young engineering and technology graduates to succeed in the industry and beyond.
Date Posted: 07 Feb, 2025
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.