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Women in STEM and Entrepreneurship – Round 3

Funding

$5,000 - $250,000

Region

Commonwealth

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Overview

Grants that support investment in gender equity initiatives to increase women's and girls' participation in STEM education and careers, and entrepreneurship. Projects must address at least one focus area: information technology, engineering, intersectionality, or entrepreneurship, and aim to eliminate barriers for women's participation in STEM and innovation ecosystems.

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must be an Australian incorporated entity, publicly funded research organisation, VET provider, TAFE institution, or not-for-profit organisation with an ABN. Individuals, partnerships, primary/secondary schools (unless part of joint application), and government agencies are not eligible. Projects must have at least $5,000 in eligible expenditure and include a COVID-19 contingency plan.

Who Can Apply

NonprofitWomen Led

Relevant Industries

TechnologyEngineering

How to Apply

Applications are submitted through the official government portal. Review the eligibility criteria carefully before applying, and ensure all supporting documents are prepared.

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Disclaimer: Grant information is sourced from official government websites and updated regularly. Always verify current eligibility and deadlines on the official program page before applying.

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