14+ Exclusive Opportunities: Fully-Funded Fellowships, Scholarships, Jobs, Internships and Grants Tailored for Women! Happy International Women's Day!

"Women belong in all places where decisions are being made. It shouldn't be that women are the exception." - Ruth Bader Ginsburg

In celebration of International Women's Day, we are excited to unveil a meticulously curated collection of opportunities tailored exclusively for women. From scholarships and fellowships to career advancements and grants, this edition serves as a tribute to the diverse pathways through which women can empower themselves and shape their destinies.

1. Vital Voices Global Fellowship: Join a global network of women leaders! Gain skills, network, and exchange ideas in social entrepreneurship and political leadership. Deadline: April 15, 2024. Apply here. https://shorturl.at/nALNW
2. African Women's Development Fund (AWDF) Grants: Now open! AWDF offers grants for feminist and women's rights organizations across Africa. Three funding streams available. Apply by April 2, 2024, 23:59 GMT. Learn more https://shorturl.at/ptwAW
3. YSEALI Women’s Leadership Academy: Empowering Southeast Asian women leaders! Join the YSEALI Women’s Leadership Academy, supported by the U.S. State Department. Over 60 leaders will tackle food insecurity with Wedu's mentorship. Program runs from May to December 2024. Apply by March 15, 2024. Details here. https://shorturl.at/xBGO7?
4. 2024-2025 Harvard LEAD Fellowship for Promoting Women in Global Health: Advance your leadership in global health! Join the fully-funded 1-year LEAD Fellowship by Harvard Global Health Institute and Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. Develop skills through virtual curriculum and 4-week in-person experience. Network with world-class faculty and mentors. Apply now! Deadline: March 15, 2024. Details here. shorturl.at/suFGX
5. 2024 MILEAD Fellows Program: Calling all exceptional young African female leaders! Shine bright with the 2024 MILEAD Fellows Program. Join a community of change-makers dedicated to transforming African communities. Receive world-class training, mentorship, and support. Apply now! Deadline: March 22, 2024. Details here. shorturl.at/gDMX1
6. L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science Levant Young Talents Program 2024: Empowering young women in Iraq, Jordan, Lebanon, Palestine, and the Syrian Arab Republic to excel in science. €10,000 endowments for postdocs and €6,000 for PhD students. Apply by April 21, 2024. Details here. shorturl.at/dAHU0
7. UN Women Opportunity - Free Online Course on Utilizing Data to Combat Violence Against Women: Join our groundbreaking initiative! UN Women, in collaboration with WHO and Apolitical, offers a free online course on leveraging data to combat violence against women. Gain essential knowledge and methodologies crucial for public servants and policymakers. Many spots available! Enroll now for free here. https://bit.ly/3tB6VYv
8. Free UNFPA Managing Gender-Based Violence Programmes in Emergencies Online Course: Enhance your expertise in gender-based violence (GBV) prevention and response in emergencies! UNFPA offers a free online course suitable for GBV specialists, humanitarian practitioners, and development professionals. No registration required, start anytime. Earn a certificate of completion automatically upon finishing the course. Apply now here. bit.ly/3MvPA9Q
9. Join the UNU-IIGH Internship Programme for Young Scholars (Paid): Passionate about global health and policy research? UNU-IIGH offers a paid internship in Kuala Lumpur. Gain hands-on experience, contribute to policy projects, and enhance your studies. Open to postgraduates, final-year undergraduates, and recent graduates. Stipend provided. Apply here by March 30, 2024. https://bit.ly/4c201wx
10. Mama Cash Resilience Fund - Empowering Feminist Activism Worldwide: Mama Cash's Resilience Fund offers grants ranging from €5,000 to €50,000, supporting grassroots feminist movements globally. Application period: February 19 to March 17, 2024. Apply here. shorturl.at/cfNU4
11. AstraZeneca’s Young Health Programme Impact Fellowship: Seize the opportunity! AstraZeneca invites passionate young leaders to apply for the Impact Fellowship, advocating for health equity, climate resilience, and robust health systems. Attend the One Young World Summit 2024 in Montréal, Canada. Deadline: March 21, 2024. More info here.
12. BMGA Fellows Program: Empowering Young Women for 21st Century Careers: Presented by the BMGA Foundation, this virtual six-month initiative offers professional development courses, mentorship from global graduate students, coaching from senior executives, and life skills training. Don't miss this chance to prepare for a successful career! Deadline: Sunday, 17 March 2024; 11:59 PM [WAT] Apply now here. shorturl.at/blpEH
13. Empower yourself with free UN courses for gender equality! Dive into topics like women's access to justice, gender statistics, and more. Join the movement for a more equitable world! Find out more and apply here
14. Girl Up Africa's #PAIDinternship program is open for applications! If you're passionate about gender justice and youth leadership, this opportunity is for you. Apply now! https://shorturl.at/yTVZ8?

Don't let these empowering opportunities pass you by! Take charge of your future, expand your horizons, and make a difference in the world. Apply now and unlock the doors to a brighter tomorrow!

Please share these opportunities with anyone who could benefit from them! Visit our main website at www.opportunitiesforyouth.org if you are looking for more opportunities!

Thank you for reading! We extend our appreciation to our phenomenal volunteer Brigida Bocchetti for putting this together, International Women's Day newsletter edition together!

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