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Calling on all African women to participate in the fully funded training that is focusing on Transitional Justice and Reconcilation. Click here to read more and apply for this training.
Date Posted: 10 Jul, 2024
The Girls in Tech Startup Challenge 2024 invites female founders to compete. Participants will submit a video pitch and brief application for a chance to be one of 10 finalists presenting at Vanderbilt University on October 17th. Click here to apply for this contest.
Date Posted: 09 Jul, 2024
Do you have an interest in digital marketing? If yes, you should apply for the Generation Ghana free Digital marketing training programme if you’re based in Ghana.
Date Posted: 03 Jul, 2024
Applications for the Africa Matters Initiative Her Environment, Her Future Program 2024 are now open. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 03 Jul, 2024
Applications are now open for the Financial Alliance for Women Hackathon 2024. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 02 Jul, 2024
Application for the WE lead Program 2024 are now open. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 01 Jul, 2024
Are you ready to make a significant impact in the realms of Law, Climate Action, Technology, and Justice? This is your chance to be an FLC Ambassador and pioneer the future of Eco-Technology Justice in an unprecedented educational journey!
Date Posted: 28 Jun, 2024
Applications are open for the Access Bank Womenpreneur Pitch-a-ton Program 2024. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 26 Jun, 2024
Applications are open for the BC Women in Cleantech Accelerator 2024-2026. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 24 Jun, 2024
Applications are open for the ShowcaseHER Training Programme 2024 for African Female Entrepreneurs. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 24 Jun, 2024
Applications are now open for the UNFPA Scholarship for a First Level Master Program in Coffee Economics and Science for Cameroonian women graduate. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply.
Date Posted: 21 Jun, 2024
Applications are now open for the Graça Machel Trust’s Women Creating Wealth -Intergenerational (WCW-I) edition in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 15 Jun, 2024
The Afghanistan Journalist Support Organization (AJSO) is accepting applications for the Capacity Building Training for Afghan Women Journalists and Women Human Rights Defenders (WHRDs). Click here to learn more about this opportunity.
Date Posted: 13 Jun, 2024
The WeXchange Women STEMpreneurs Competition is on the lookout for the most innovative and dynamic women entrepreneurs in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) across Latin America and the Caribbean. This competition aims to connect these trailblazing women with potential funding opportunities.
Date Posted: 12 Jun, 2024
The WRISE 2024 Solar Power Fellowship Application is now open. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 08 Jun, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2024 Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime (GI-TOC) Women’s Fellowship. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply.
Date Posted: 07 Jun, 2024
Applications are open for the Giving Joy Grants 2024. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 06 Jun, 2024
Calling all African women aspiring editors! Cassava Republic is delighted to be hosting a residential editorial workshop this September for African women living on the continent and interested in editing non-fiction.
Date Posted: 06 Jun, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2024 Kenya Academy for Women Entrepreneurs. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply.
Date Posted: 05 Jun, 2024
Applications are open for the Canadian Council of Muslim Women Lila Fahlman Scholarship 2024. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply.
Date Posted: 05 Jun, 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?
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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
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