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Applications are now open for the AFD 2024 Social and Inclusive Business Camp (SIBC). This opportunity is open to young African social entrepreneurs. Click here to learn more about this training and apply for it.
Date Posted: 21 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the African Women in Digital Health (AWiDH) Mentorship Program. This mentorship program seeks to increase the representation and leadership of African women in the digital health space by supporting them in strengthening their business knowledge and leadership skills.
Date Posted: 19 Aug, 2024
Are you a Rwandan-based, women-owned company with a project idea to empower women economically? Will your idea create good employment for women, improve working conditions for women, or empower women-owned businesses in your supply chain and industry? Submit your short project concept by September 6th, 2024, to apply for technical support.
Date Posted: 15 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 Women in News Leadership Accelerator Programme. Journalists with a passion for the news industry, with a minimum 5-10 years of active experience in the newsroom, should apply.
Date Posted: 14 Aug, 2024
Are you a woman passionate about making a difference in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM)? The MPOWER Women in STEM Scholarship is for you to help you realize your educational aspirations and contribute to a more diverse and innovative STEM workforce.
Date Posted: 09 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2024 Jacaranda FM Business Plan Her Perfect Pitch Competition. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 07 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2024 Uongozi Institute Women’s Leadership Programme. The Women’s Leadership Programme allows senior and emerging female leaders to navigate the unique leadership challenges that deter female professionals in the workplace from occupying senior leadership positions.
Date Posted: 03 Aug, 2024
AgroHack Challenge is seeking innovative ideas across the agriculture industry's value chain. These ideas will be accelerated to create new opportunities for many young Nigerians. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 02 Aug, 2024
Applications for the Vital Voices Aghaaz Fellowship Program 2024 are now open. The "Aghaaz" fellowship program, meaning rebirth in Dari, is designed to empower and support Afghan women evacuees through strategic partnerships with organizations experienced in various topics including women's leadership, peace and security, human rights, education, entrepreneurship, good governance, and the rule of law.
Date Posted: 02 Aug, 2024
The call for applications for the OWSD-Elsevier Foundation Awards for Early Career Women Scientists in the Developing World is now open.
Date Posted: 30 Jul, 2024
Nominations are open for the Shireen Abu Akleh Prize 2024. The bravery and determination of women journalists will be recognised in a new annual prize awarded by the International Federation of Journalists (IFJ) and the International Francophone Press Union (UPF).
Date Posted: 29 Jul, 2024
The U.S. Mission to South Africa and the Africa Women Innovation and Entrepreneurship Forum (AWIEF) proudly announce the launch of the 2024 Academy for Women Entrepreneurs program in Lesotho, Eswatini and South Africa.
Date Posted: 25 Jul, 2024
Applications are now open for the Innovate UK Global Alliance Africa MoreThanAWoman Initiative for Women Innovators. If you are a women innovator offering novel and competitive solutions, services and/or products in South Africa, Nigeria and Kenya, this opportunity is for you!
Date Posted: 24 Jul, 2024
Applications are now open for the Zonta International 2025 Amelia Earhart Fellowship Program. The Amelia Earhart Fellowship was established in 1938 in honor of famed pilot and Zontian, Amelia Earhart. The US$10,000 Fellowship is awarded annually to up to 30 women pursuing Ph.D./doctoral degrees in aerospace engineering and space sciences.
Date Posted: 23 Jul, 2024
Applications are open for the IAEA Marie Sklodowska-Curie Fellowship Programme 2024/2025. The IAEA Marie Sklodowska-Curie Fellowship Programme (MSCFP) seeks to inspire and support young women to pursue a career in the nuclear field.
Date Posted: 23 Jul, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2024 Accelerating African Women’s Leadership in Climate Action Fellowship. The Accelerating African Women’s Leadership in Climate Action Initiative aims to achieve a dual objective: increase the number of African women leading climate action and initiate the production of climate solutions that work for smallholder women.
Date Posted: 23 Jul, 2024
Applications are open for the CFJ Waging Justice for Women Fellowship Program 2025. The fellowship is a new effort to empower the next generation of feminist lawyers to advance rights for women & girls in their communities.
Date Posted: 22 Jul, 2024
Applications are open for the OWSD Women in Science Displacement Outreach Masters Scholarships 2024. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 20 Jul, 2024
Proposals are invited for the WPHF/Women Have Wings 4th CSO Peer Learning Awards 2024. The United Nations Women's Peace and Humanitarian Fund (WPHF), in partnership with Women Have Wings, is thrilled to announce its fourth call for proposals to promote peer learning between women's rights civil society organizations (CSOs) working on women, peace and humanitarian issues while recognizing the contributions of women CSO representatives on the front lines.
Date Posted: 18 Jul, 2024
Applications are open for the L'Oréal UNESCO for Women in Science Egypt Young Talents Program 2024. The L'Oréal UNESCO For Women in Science Egypt Young talents program fellowships aims to promote the participation of young women in science coming from Egypt.
Date Posted: 18 Jul, 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.