Fully Funded TechGirls Exchange Program the USA

The TechGirls Exchange Program 2023 in the USA provides an opportunity for young women from the Middle East and Africa to engage in a cross-cultural exchange with their American peers. Participants will learn about U.S. society, culture, values, and technology while sharing their own knowledge and experiences. The TechGirls program is funded by the Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs. Through educational and cultural exchanges that contribute to the development of peaceful relations between the people of the United States and those of other countries, the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) aims to increase mutual understanding between the people of the United States and those of other countries. The program is administered by Legacy International.

TechGirls provides access and opportunities to the next generation of women leaders to advance their skills and pursue their dreams through science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. The TechGirls program has trained and mentored 162 teenage girls in Algeria, Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, Libya, Morocco, Palestinian Territories, Tunisia, and Yemen since 2012. During the program, participants will spend three weeks in the United States. During TechGirls, students participate in interactive technology and computer camps, work shadow at tech companies and participate in community service programs.

The TechGirls program includes skills-development workshops, interactions with America’s most innovative technologists, as well as 50 hours of study at a Tech Camp with our partner the Center for Enhancement in Engineering Diversity at Virginia Tech. Through the TechGirls program, participants are able to gain entry into technical fields and gain access to higher education, as well as participate in an immersion program rich in culture. The TechGirls have a multiplier effect – inspiring other women in their local community to pursue STEM careers.

TechGirls Leadership Program 2023 in the USA Details:

Program Host Country: United States of America
Funded By: The U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational & Cultural Affairs.
Financial Coverage: Fully Funded
Course Level: Undergraduate Students in all Fields.
Duration of Leadership Program: 4 Weeks

Benefits of the TechGirls Program 2023 in the USA:

The cost of air travel from home country to the United States.
TechGirls Leadership Program will cover all accommodations costs as well.
Each participant is provided with three meals per day.
The program covers all local transportation costs.
Participants have the opportunity to take part in legacy international cultural events.
Participants are covered by an emergency health insurance program.

Eligibility Criteria TechGirls Program 2023 in the USA:

Are between the ages of 15 and 17 at the start of the exchange on July 6, 2024
- Born on or between July 13, 2006 and July 13, 2009;
Have demonstrated advanced skills and a serious interest in science, technology, engineering, and/or math in their academic studies;
Intend to pursue higher education and/or careers in STEM, especially technology;
Have strong English language skills (advanced intermediate English skills);
Exhibit maturity, flexibility, and open-mindedness;
Will attend at least one additional semester of secondary school upon their return to their home country;
Are committed to completing a community-based project upon their return home; and
Meet U.S. J-1 visa eligibility requirements (for instance, U.S. citizens are not eligible for a J-1 visa).
Eligible candidates must be citizens and current residents of participating countries. Third-country nationals permanently living in an eligible country should contact us to determine eligibility prior to applying.
Preference will be given to those who have limited or no prior experience in the United States. You are not eligible if you have travelled to the United States in the last three years as part of any other ECA exchange program.
Please note that family members of U.S. Embassy or Consulate staff. U.S. Department of State employees, family members of the administering organization or partner organizations are not eligible to apply.
TechGirls encourages people with diverse backgrounds and skills to apply, including individuals with disabilities.

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Eligible Countries for the TechGirls Program 2023:

Sub-Saharan Africa (AF) – South Africa, Cameroon, Kenya, Nigeria, Rwanda, and Nigeria
East Asia and Pacific (EAP) – Vietnam Cambodia, Fiji, Mongolia, Taiwan, and Indonesia
The Middle East and North Africa (NEA) – Tunisia. Algeria, Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, Palestinian Territories, and Morocco
South and Central Asia (SCA) – Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Pakistan
Western Hemisphere (WHA) – Suriname, Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Honduras, and Costa Rica
Europe and Eurasia (EUR) – Turkey, Albania, Cyprus, Kosovo, Montenegro, and Greece
United States of America