The acceptance of applications for the TechWomen 2023 program for women in the STEM field is coming to an end
The US Embassy in Turkmenistan recalled the ongoing acceptance of applications for a mentoring program for women professionals in STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) TechWomen 2023.
Those interested in participating in the program must have at least two years of STEM work experience, a bachelor's degree or other four-year higher education. They must also be fluent in English.
When filling out the questionnaire, candidates can choose one of the following six areas – information technology, "green technologies", science, Internet, biotechnology or telecommunications.
The deadline for submitting applications is January 13, 2023.
TechWomen is a five–week exchange program for professionals that supports the advancement of the status of women and girls around the world, as well as helps them develop in the fields of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM).
The program provides an opportunity to travel to the United States for an intensive exchange of experience with representatives from North Africa, the Middle East, Sub-Saharan Africa, South and Central Asia.
The program begins in Silicon Valley in California with a series of seminars on leadership skills, innovation and creative thinking. Then, within 15 days, the participants will undergo an individual mentoring program at leading innovative companies and organizations in Silicon Valley and San Francisco Bay. After that, they will join other participants from their country for a group task.
TechWomen ends with a three-day program in Washington, including a visit to the Department of State, where participants will meet with representatives of the Department.
For more information, you can contact the Department of Information and Culture of the US Diplomatic Mission by e-mail: AshgabatEducation@state.gov .
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