18 Global Opportunities for Women and Girls Currently Open – October 15, 2026

Overview

Several diverse global opportunities are currently available to support women, girls, and initiatives advancing gender equality across fields such as the arts, nuclear sciences, agriculture, technology, journalism, and social change. These programmes range from mentorships and fellowships to venture funding and awards, each aiming to build professional capacity, fund innovative projects, or recognize impactful work.

Who can apply

Eligibility varies widely depending on the specific initiative. Opportunities are available for emerging African women artists aged 19 to 40 who are not enrolled in post-secondary study, women pursuing master's or doctoral-level studies in specialized scientific fields, and young women leaders from low-income backgrounds seeking undergraduate education. Other tracks are open to activists, artists, organizers, and creative thinkers aged 18 or older based in or able to relocate to the New York metropolitan area, mid-career African women scientists and practitioners with at least a master's degree, journalists in official development assistance-eligible countries, and technology startups or organizations implementing relevant initiatives.

What you get

Selected participants can receive individualised guidance, scholarship support, internships, stipends ranging from $5,000 or CAD $4,000, venture funding of up to US$100,000, professional development, leadership and technical mentorship, working space access, and international recognition.

Requirements

Requirements depend entirely on the specific track and generally include submitting application materials such as statements, portfolios, and professional references by email or through the designated process. Academic programmes require acceptance or enrollment in an accredited institution in a qualifying discipline, while project-based fellowships and funding opportunities require functioning prototypes, commitments to open-source principles, or ongoing digital inclusion initiatives.

How to apply

Applicants must review the specific country eligibility, academic prerequisites, and submission guidelines for their chosen opportunity and apply through the corresponding official channels before the respective deadlines.

Key dates

Application deadlines vary by programme, falling on October 30, October 31, November 1, November 4, November 6, November 7, and November 8.