Education and Training Awards for Women is a flagship program of Soroptimist International of the Americas, designed to uplift and empower women who serve as the primary financial support for their families. This unique award offers direct financial assistance to help recipients pursue post-secondary education, skills training, or certifications that will open doors to new opportunities and a brighter future. For many women, this support is life-changing—it not only improves their employment prospects but also strengthens the well-being of their families and communities.
Eligibility Criteria
You are eligible to apply if you are a woman who:
- Provides the primary financial support for yourself and your dependents. Dependents can include children, spouse, partner, siblings and/or parents.
- Has financial need.
- Is enrolled in or has been accepted to a vocational/skills training or an undergraduate degree program.
- Is motivated to achieve your education and career goals.
- Resides in one of Soroptimist International of the Americas’ member countries/territories (Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Canada, Colombia, Ecuador, Guam, Japan, Korea, Mexico, Northern Mariana Islands, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Philippines, Taiwan, United States of America, Venezuela).
- Has not previously been the recipient of a Soroptimist Women’s Opportunity or Live Your Dream Award.
- Does not have a graduate degree and is not pursuing one currently.
- Is not a Soroptimist member, an employee of Soroptimist International of the Americas or immediate family of either.
- Agrees to write your essays in your own words, without the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools.
Application Process
Visit Soroptimist Foundation on apply.soroptimist.org to apply
For more details, visit Soroptimist Canada scholarship webpage
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