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NEW OPPORTUNITIES YOU CAN EXPLORE NOW

By Francisca Sinjae

The door is open. Right now, this month, women and girls across the world have access to fully funded fellowships, global conferences, leadership academies, research grants, and accelerator programmes, many with deadlines closing in May 2026. From Kigali to Barcelona, Cape Town to Melbourne, the opportunities on these pages span every sector, every career stage, and every corner of the globe. Whether you are a founder, a scientist, a student, a politician in progress, or simply someone who has been waiting for the right moment, this is it. Read carefully. Apply boldly. Your name belongs on that list.

GRANTS & FUNDING

  1. UNESCO Prize for Girls’ & Women’s Education

UNESCO Honours individuals, institutions, and organisations making outstanding contributions to girls’ and women’s education globally.

Award: Up to $50,000 USD

Deadline: May 12th 2026
Apply here: Call for nominations for 2025 UNESCO Prize for Girls’ and Women’s

  1. CARTIER WOMEN’S INITIATIVE 2027

UNESCO Honours individuals, institutions, and organisations making outstanding contributions to girls’ and women’s education globally.

Award: $30K–$100K USD

Deadline: June 16th 2026
Apply here: https://www.cartierwomensinitiative.com/awards

FELLOWSHIPS & TRAINING

  1. UNDP African Academy for Women in Political Leadership
    UNDP, African Union Commission, AWLN & African School of Governance, Brand new inaugural programme selecting 30 African women for a fully funded 4-week blended learning experience combining virtual modules with a residential convening in Kigali. Covers political leadership, strategic communications, coalition-building, campaign financing, and ethical governance. 40% of cohort reserved for women aged 21–35.

Award: Fully funded — all costs covered
Deadline: May 15th 2026
Apply here: https://www.cognitoforms.com/AfricanSchoolOfGovernance1/AfricanAcademyForWomenInPoliticalLeadership

  1. IWF Leadership Fellows Programme 2026–27
    Global International Women’s Forum For high-performing women building long-term leadership presence. Includes a 3-day leadership immersion and a powerful peer cohort with enduring professional and personal support.
    Award: Leadership programme + network
    Deadline: May 15th 2026
    Apply here:     Leadership Fellows Program – International Women’s Forum

Leadership Programmes

  1. Women in Tech Global Conference 2026
    100,000+ women in tech from across the world. Virtual-first with satellite in-person events in the US, Canada, and Europe simultaneously. Four virtual summits covering technology leadership, startup innovation, career growth, and future impact. 10,000+ scholarships available for those who need financial support to attend.
    Award: Leadership programme + network
    Deadline: May 12- 15th 2026
    Apply here:     Home 2026 – Women in Tech® Global

  2. Euro-Global Women’s Forum 2026
    Noveltics Conferences
    Theme: “Voices of Change: Women Driving Global Impact.” Dynamic panels, workshops, networking, and spotlight sessions on youth empowerment, women in STEM, and education. Open to women leaders, researchers, founders, students, and activists from all sectors
    Award: Leadership programme + network
    Deadline: May 18th- 19th 2026
    Apply here:     Women’s Forum Conferences | International Women’s Forum | Spain | Europe | 2026
  1. IAEE Women’s Leadership Forum 2026
    International Association of Exhibitions & Events designed for women leading exhibitions, events, and global gatherings. Attendees discuss leadership strategy, revenue growth, and designing events that deliver measurable value. A gathering of the industry’s most senior women in events and hospitality.

Deadline: May 27th 2026
Apply here: The Women’s Leadership Forum | Executive Education

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