<html><head></head><body><div style="color:#000; background-color:#fff; font-family:garamond, new york, times, serif;font-size:16px"><div id="yui_3_16_0_1_1449129291286_8534" dir="ltr"><a id="yui_3_16_0_1_1449129291286_8648" href="https://www.techwomen.org/participants/eligibility-and-application">https://www.techwomen.org/participants/eligibility-and-application</a></div><div id="yui_3_16_0_1_1449129291286_8608" dir="ltr"><a class="" id="yui_3_16_0_1_1449129291286_8480" href="https://www.opportunitiesforafricans.com/2016-techwomen-emerging-leaders-program-for-women-in-technology-to-study-in-the-usa-fully-funded/">Application Deadline: February 1st 2016<br></a></div><div id="yui_3_16_0_1_1449129291286_8533" dir="ltr"><br>Please blow over to all the TechWomen in your network,thank you!</div><div id="yui_3_16_0_1_1449129291286_8763" dir="ltr"><br></div><div id="yui_3_16_0_1_1449129291286_8867" dir="ltr">All the best TechWomen!</div><div id="yui_3_16_0_1_1449129291286_8592" dir="ltr"><br></div><div id="yui_3_16_0_1_1449129291286_8594" dir="ltr">Have a blessed day.</div><div id="yui_3_16_0_1_1449129291286_8609" dir="ltr"><br></div><div id="yui_3_16_0_1_1449129291286_8624" dir="ltr">Regards/Wangari<br></div><div id="yui_3_16_0_1_1449129291286_8586" dir="ltr"><br><a class="" id="yui_3_16_0_1_1449129291286_8480" href="https://www.opportunitiesforafricans.com/2016-techwomen-emerging-leaders-program-for-women-in-technology-to-study-in-the-usa-fully-funded/"></a></div><div id="yui_3_16_0_1_1449129291286_8467" class="signature">---<br><div id="yui_3_16_0_1_1449129291286_8493"><font id="yui_3_16_0_1_1449129291286_8466" style="font-weight:bold;font-family:verdana, helvetica, sans-serif;" size="2"><span id="yui_3_16_0_1_1449129291286_8468" style="color:rgb(127, 0, 63);">Pray God Bless. 2013Wangari circa - </span><span id="yui_3_16_0_1_1449129291286_8465" style="color:rgb(127, 0, 63);">"Being of the Light, We are Restored Through Faith in Mind, Body and Spirit; We Manifest The Kingdom of God on Earth".</span></font></div><div id="yui_3_16_0_1_1449129291286_8494"><br><font id="yui_3_16_0_1_1449129291286_8466" style="font-weight:bold;font-family:verdana, helvetica, sans-serif;" size="2"><span id="yui_3_16_0_1_1449129291286_8465" style="color:rgb(127, 0, 63);"></span></font></div><div id="yui_3_16_0_1_1449129291286_8495"><br></div><section id="black-studio-tinymce-10" class=""><div id="yui_3_16_0_1_1449129291286_8627" class=""><h4 id="yui_3_16_0_1_1449129291286_8631" class="">What is TechWomen?</h4>
<div id="yui_3_16_0_1_1449129291286_8626" class=""><div class="" id="yui_3_16_0_1_1449129291286_8625"> TechWomen empowers, connects, and supports
the next generation of women leaders in science, technology,
engineering, and mathematics (STEM) from Africa, Central Asia, and the
Middle East by providing them the access and opportunity needed to
advance their careers, pursue their dreams, and inspire women and girls
in their communities.</div>
<div class="" id="yui_3_16_0_1_1449129291286_8635">Through mentorship and exchange, TechWomen strengthens participants’
professional capacity, increases mutual understanding between key
networks of professionals, and expands girls’ interest in STEM careers
by exposing them to female role models.</div><div dir="ltr">
</div></div></div></section><div class="" id="yui_3_16_0_1_1449129291286_8474"><div class="" id="yui_3_16_0_1_1449129291286_8485" dir="ltr"><br><a class="" id="yui_3_16_0_1_1449129291286_8480" href="https://www.opportunitiesforafricans.com/2016-techwomen-emerging-leaders-program-for-women-in-technology-to-study-in-the-usa-fully-funded/"></a></div><header id="yui_3_16_0_1_1449129291286_8693" class=""><h1 id="yui_3_16_0_1_1449129291286_8695" class="" itemprop="headline">Eligibility and Application</h1>
</header><h3 class="" id="yui_3_16_0_1_1449129291286_8697"><strong class="" id="yui_3_16_0_1_1449129291286_8699">The application for the 2016 TechWomen program is now open through February 1, 2016. </strong></h3>
<a id="yui_3_16_0_1_1449129291286_8701" target="_blank" class="" href="https://app.techwomen.org/">Apply Now </a>
<h2 class="" id="yui_3_16_0_1_1449129291286_8703">Selection Process</h2>
<div class="" id="yui_3_16_0_1_1449129291286_8705">TechWomen participants are selected based on
the eligibility requirements below. Applications are reviewed by
independent selection committees composed of industry leaders and
regional experts. Semifinalists may be interviewed by United States
Embassy personnel in their country of permanent residence.</div>
<h2 class="" id="yui_3_16_0_1_1449129291286_8707"><a href="" class="" id="yui_3_16_0_1_1449129291286_8709" name="requirements"></a>2016 TechWomen Eligibility Requirements</h2>
<h3 class="" id="yui_3_16_0_1_1449129291286_8711">Applicants must</h3>
<ul class="" id="yui_3_16_0_1_1449129291286_8713"><li id="yui_3_16_0_1_1449129291286_8715" class="">Be women with, at minimum, two years full-time
professional experience in the STEM fields (science, technology,
engineering and math)</li><li class="" id="yui_3_16_0_1_1449129291286_8717">Have, at minimum, a bachelor’s degree/four year university degree or equivalent</li><li class="" id="yui_3_16_0_1_1449129291286_8719">Be proficient in written and spoken English</li><li class="" id="yui_3_16_0_1_1449129291286_8721">Be citizens and permanent residents of Algeria, Cameroon, Egypt,
Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Kyrgyzstan, Lebanon, Morocco, Nigeria, the
Palestinian Territories, Rwanda, Sierra Leone, South Africa,
Tajikistan, Tunisia, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan or Zimbabwe at the time of
application, and while participating in the program</li><li class="" id="yui_3_16_0_1_1449129291286_8723">Be eligible to obtain a U.S. J-1 exchange visitor visa</li><li class="" id="yui_3_16_0_1_1449129291286_8725">Not have applied for an immigrant visa to the United States, or participated in a visa lottery in the past five years</li><li id="yui_3_16_0_1_1449129291286_8727" class="">Not hold U.S. Citizenship or be a U.S. legal permanent resident</li></ul>
<h3 class="" id="yui_3_16_0_1_1449129291286_8729">Preference will be given to applicants who</h3>
<ul class="" id="yui_3_16_0_1_1449129291286_8731"><li id="yui_3_16_0_1_1449129291286_8733" class="">Demonstrate themselves as emerging leaders in their
chosen professional track through their work experience, volunteer
experience, community activities, and education</li><li class="" id="yui_3_16_0_1_1449129291286_8735">Are committed to return to their home countries to share what they have learned and mentor women and girls</li><li class="" id="yui_3_16_0_1_1449129291286_8737">Have limited or no prior experience in the United States</li><li class="" id="yui_3_16_0_1_1449129291286_8739">Have a proven record of voluntary or public service in their communities</li><li class="" id="yui_3_16_0_1_1449129291286_8741">Have a demonstrated track record of entrepreneurialism and commitment to innovation</li><li id="yui_3_16_0_1_1449129291286_8743" class="">Demonstrate a willingness to participate in exchange
programs, welcome opportunities for mentoring and new partnership
development, and exhibit confidence and maturity</li></ul>
<div class="" id="yui_3_16_0_1_1449129291286_8745"><em class="" id="yui_3_16_0_1_1449129291286_8747">TechWomen</em><em class="" id="yui_3_16_0_1_1449129291286_8749"> encourages people with diverse backgrounds and skills to apply, including individuals with disabilities</em><em class="" id="yui_3_16_0_1_1449129291286_8751">.</em></div>
<div class="" id="yui_3_16_0_1_1449129291286_8753"><em class="" id="yui_3_16_0_1_1449129291286_8755">Women committed to addressing concerns of global climate change and environmental issues are particularly encouraged to apply.</em></div>
<h2 class="" id="yui_3_16_0_1_1449129291286_8757">Selection Timeline</h2>
<div class="" id="yui_3_16_0_1_1449129291286_8759">Semifinalists will be contacted via email in/around April 2016. Final
decisions will be made in May 2016. All applicants will be notified of
the results of their application.</div><div id="yui_3_16_0_1_1449129291286_8762" dir="ltr">
<a id="yui_3_16_0_1_1449129291286_8761" target="_blank" class="" href="https://app.techwomen.org/">Apply Now </a></div></div></div></div></body></html>