Component Overview
Capacity Building
Training for academics and students
Research Collaboration
Regional and cross-country partnerships
Faculty Development
Teaching, learning, and research opportunities
STEM Promotion
Encouraging female participation in STEM
Primary Beneficiaries
Supporting women academics and students at all levels
Students
Female students across undergraduate and postgraduate programs, especially in STEM fields
Academics & Staff
Female faculty and staff members seeking to enhance their teaching, learning, and research capacity
Institutional Grant Packages
Each institution will receive an institutional grant to implement packages for comprehensive support to academics and students
Capacity Building and Training
Comprehensive capacity building for academics and students through multiple channels
Key Activities:
- E-learning platforms and digital training
- Fellowships for advanced study and research
- Internship opportunities (domestic and international)
- Workshops on specialized topics
- Seminars and academic conferences
- Cross-institutional training programs
Research Collaboration
Fostering research collaboration among women within sub-regional, regional, and cross-country areas
Key Activities:
- Sub-regional research partnerships
- Regional collaboration networks
- Cross-country research initiatives
- Joint research projects with international partners
- Collaborative publication opportunities
- Research mentorship programs
Faculty and Staff Capacity Building
Building support for faculty and staff capacity and knowledge by strengthening their teaching, learning, and research opportunities
Key Activities:
- Teaching methodology enhancement programs
- Advanced pedagogical training
- Research skills development
- Publication and writing workshops
- Academic leadership training
- Professional development pathways
STEM Promotion and Participation
Promoting mechanisms for encouraging female participation in STEM and other academic programs
Key Activities:
- STEM awareness and outreach programs
- Female-focused STEM scholarships
- Mentorship in STEM fields
- Career guidance in technical disciplines
- Industry partnerships for STEM programs
- Support for women in non-traditional fields
Expected Outcomes
Measurable impact on women's participation and advancement in higher education
Increased Female Enrollment
Higher participation of women in higher education, especially in STEM programs
Enhanced Research Capacity
Strengthened research collaboration and publication output among women academics
Improved Teaching Quality
Enhanced teaching and learning capabilities of female faculty and staff
Regional Network Integration
Stronger connections with regional and international academic networks
Professional Development
Increased opportunities for fellowships, internships, and advanced training
STEM Excellence
Greater female representation and achievement in STEM disciplines