Deadline- 25 September 2013
Participants around the world are invited to take part in Anita Borg Systers Pass-It-On (PIO) Awards offered by Anita Borg Institute. The goal of this program is to intend as means for women established in technological fields to support women seeking their place in the fields of technology. The program is called “Pass-It-On” because it comes with the moral obligation to “pass on” the benefits gained from the award.
Participants will have the opportunity to win $500.00 to $1000.00 USD.
Applications covering a wide variety of needs and projects are encouraged, such as-
- Small amount to help with studies, job transfers or other transitions in life.
- A broader project that benefits girls and women.
- Projects that seek to inspire more girls and women to go into the computing field.
- Assistance with educational fees and materials.
- Partial funding source for larger scholarship.
- Mentoring and other supportive groups for women in technology or computing.
Eligibility & Criteria-
Pass-it-on Award applications are open to any woman over 18 years old in or aspiring to be in the fields of computing. Awards are open to women in all countries.
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