Women and Technology initiative
Closed Posted
- Opportunity number
- DOS-BAGHDAD-PD-2023-0015
- Agency
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US Embassy Baghdad
US Consulates and Embassies, Department of State
- Applications due
- Award size
- $500,000
Opportunity facts
- Assistance listings
- Funding instrument
- Grant
- Category
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- Education
- Eligible applicants
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- 501(c)(3) Nonprofits
Opportunity details come from Grants.gov. Updated .
Synopsis
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Update #2 · Latest ·
The Public Diplomacy Section of the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad is pleased to announce an open competition for eligible organizations to submit proposals to develop and implement a project to support women ages 18-30 to enter and succeed in information technology careers. Proposals should focus on the following areas: (1) providing women participants with advanced computer and technology training; and (2) facilitating issuance of Information Technology certifications from certified U.S. institutions.
The Women and technology Program will:
Provide participants with advanced computer and technology training that should include, but not be limited to, the following:
o Information and Network Security
o Web Design and Development
o System Administration
o Database Management
o Cybersecurity
o Network Engineering
Facilitate issuance of Information Technology certifications from certified U.S. institutions that will enhance students' employability. The project should include, but not be limited to, the following certificates (Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP), Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) and Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP.)
Send the top-notches (8-10) to visit one or more U.S.-lead tech establishment to exchange knowledge, real world experience, and to be exposed to the Americana.
Create and maintain a sustainable professional network of support for women in tech industries in the United States.
Update #1 ·
The Public Diplomacy Section of the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad is pleased to announce an open competition for eligible organizations to submit proposals to develop and implement a project to support women ages 18-30 to enter and succeed in information technology careers. Proposals should focus on the following areas: (1) providing women participants with advanced computer and technology training; and (2) facilitating issuance of Information Technology certifications from certified U.S. institutions.
The Women and technology Program provide participants with advanced computer and technology training that should include, but not be limited to, the following:
o Information and Network Security
o Web Design and Development
o System Administration
o Database Management
o Cybersecurity
o Network Engineering
Facilitate issuance of Information Technology certifications from certified U.S. institutions that will enhance students' employability. The project should include, but not be limited to, the following certificates (Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP), Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) and Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP.)
Up to 8 top-notches will have the chance to visit one or more U.S.-lead tech establishment to exchange knowledge, real world experience, and to be exposed to the Americana.
Create and maintain a sustainable professional network of support for women in tech industries in the United States.
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| SF424A-V1.0.pdf | ||
| SF424_4_0-V4.0.pdf | ||
| Grant Application form.docx | DOCX document | |
| Women and Technology Initiative-NOFO.pdf |
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