Call for Applications – NSERC CWSE National Network Conference Grant – Deadline: January 15, 2019

As part of its objective to support the organization of nonprofit national conferences contributing to the advancement of women in STEM, the NSERC Chairs for Women in Science and Engineering administer the NSERC CWSE National Network Conference Grant three times a year. The winter 2019 application period is now open (January 7-15). Applications may be submitted by individual students, professors, administrators or professionals during the intake periods. All received applications will be reviewed for approval. The funds are intended to be distributed among disciplines and among the five regions assigned to each of the five Chairs across Canada. Grants of up to $2,000 will be considered.

Current Intake Period: Jan 7-15

Eligibility Criteria: The objective of the NSERC CWSE National Network Conference Grant is to support the organization of non-profit national conferences to contribute to the advancement of women in STEM. Eligible activities for consideration include:

  • Activities to enhance women’s participation in STEM
  • Activities that promote women’s leadership participation
  • Activities that complement student education.

Application and Grant Details: http://www.cwse-on.ca/news/opportunities/512-nserc-cwse-national-network-conference-grant