Deadline: 15 January 2020
U.S. Embassy in Tunisia has announced the TechGirls Program.
TechGirls is an initiative by the US Department of State, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, and administered by Legacy International.
It is an international summer exchange program designed to empower and inspire young girls from the Middle East, North Africa and Central Asia to pursue careers in science and technology.
TechGirl to learn technology and leadership skills through an intensive three-week exchange program in the United States in summer 2020.
Eligibility Criteria
- Are applicants a girl between the ages of 15-17 from one of the following countries: Algeria, Egypt, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Lebanon, Morocco, Palestinian Territories, Tajikistan, Tunisia, and Uzbekistan.
- Have demonstrated interest in STEM fields and intend to pursue higher education or career in technology.
- Are committed to completing a follow-on project
- Have at least one semester of secondary school remaining after the program
For more information, visit https://tn.usembassy.gov/techgirls-program/