TechGirls 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.
Application Criteria for TechGirls
Public applications are accepted. Eligible candidates:
- are from one of the following countries: Algeria, Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, Morocco, Palestinian Territories, and Tunisia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan
- are between the ages of 15 and 17 at the start of the exchange;
- 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 follow-on project upon their return home
Eligible Nationalities
USA, Algeria, Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, Libya, Morocco, Palestinian Territories, Tunisia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan