General Information

Women are still largely underrepresented in technology and other STEM (Science Technology Engineering Mathematics) fields. To create a world in which men and women have equal opportunities, women need to have an active role in technology and technological developments. Zonta District 14 is pleased to offer its Zonta D14 STEM Award to encourage women to pursue education, career opportunities and leadership roles in technology.

The Award

The Zonta D14 STEM Award is awarded to women of any age, pursuing a degree in STEM. Zonta District 14 (D14) offers an Award in the amount of 2000 €. 

Who is eligible?

• Women pursuing a master or doctoral degree in a field of STEM not finishing before the end of 2026*.
• Women who demonstrate:
• •  exceptional grades in their studies. 
  • groundbreaking research or pioneering discoveries.
  • exemplary contributions to advancing knowledge in STEM fields of study.
  • social and/or cultural engagement outside their studies.
• Members of Z-Clubs or Golden Z-Clubs may apply.

No eligible are Club Members or previous international fellowship and scholarship recipients.

*Since the future rules for the International STEM Award will be decided at the convention in Vancouver students finishing their enrollment before the end of 2027 may not be eligible for the next International Award.

How do I apply?

Complete an official application in English. Please note that only typed applications will be accepted and considered. All non-English documents must be translated into English. 

Application process

The Zonta D14 STEM Award program operates at the club and district level of Zonta district 14.  Applications selected by Zonta Clubs have to be sent to the Zonta D14 STEM Chair

before 31. October 2026

Zonta D14 STEM Chair

Petra Hackenberg-Wiedl

petra.hackenberg(at)kabelmail.de