Open Call for Applications – TechGirls Exchange
United States Department State for Course. TechGirls is an international summer exchange program designed to empower and inspire young women from around the world to pursue careers in science and technology. Visit the Official websites for further details
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Overview
Since 2012, TechGirls has trained and mentored 343 teenage girls (ages 15-17) from Algeria, Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, Libya, Morocco, Palestinian Territories, Tunisia, and Yemen. In 2019, the program expanded to include young women from Central Asia (Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan).
In 2022, the program will expand to support approximately 111 young women from 36 participating countries and 25 U.S. peers in a dynamic four week U.S.- based experience with a 8-month mentoring program (including pre- and post-exchange).
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants are from one of the following
eligible countries:
- Sub-Saharan Africa (AF) – Cameroon,
Kenya, Nigeria, Rwanda, and South Africa - East Asia and Pacific (EAP) – Cambodia,
Fiji, Indonesia, Mongolia, Taiwan,
and Vietnam - Middle East and North Africa (NEA) –
Algeria, Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, Morocco,
Palestinian Territories, and Tunisia - South and Central Asia (SCA) – Kazakhstan,
Kyrgyzstan, Pakistan, Tajikistan, and
Uzbekistan - Western Hemisphere (WHA) -Argentina,
Bolivia, Brazil, Costa Rica, Honduras, and
Suriname - Europe and Eurasia (EUR) – Albania, Cyprus,
Greece, Kosovo, Montenegro, and Turkey
Are between the ages of 15 and 17 at the start
of the exchange July 7th, 2022;
Have demonstrated advanced skills and a
serious interest in technology, engineering.
and/or math in their academic studies;
Intend to pursue higher education and/or
careers in technology;
.Have strong English language skills;
Exhibit maturity, flexibility, and open-
mindedness
Will attend at least one additional semester of
secondary school upon their return to their
home country; and
Are committed to completing a community-
based project upon their return home.
Preference will be given to those who have
limited or no prior experience in the United
States. You are not eligible if you have travelled
to the United States in the last three years as
part of any other ECA exchange program.
Benefits
The TechGirls program covers the following
costs:
- Visa Fee
- Roundtrip international airfare from participant
home country to the United States - Housing during program – Double occupancy dormitory accommodations
- Meals during program
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Local transportation to group program - Cultural events organized by Legacy
International - Emergency health insurance
Application Process:
Interested applicants should Visit the Official websites for further details to apply.
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