AFRICAN WOMEN IN AGRICULTURAL AWARD PROGRAM 2010
African women working in agricultural research and development from Ethiopia, Ghana, Kenya, Malawi, Mozambique, Nigeria, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda and Zambia who have completed a bachelor’s, master’s or doctoral degree in selected disciplines are invited to apply. AWARD is unique because it: Selects women scientists already working closely with the rural poor on tackling poverty and hunger. Focuses on career development, adding value to existing academic training programs. Nourishes the talent pipeline for agricultural research and development (R&D)through carefully tailored fellowship packages for women with bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees. Engages with African leaders of agricultural R&D, both men and women, to raise awareness and build networks. Award Areas: AWARD invites fellowship applicants from the following 16 disciplines and seeks mentors from these areas as well. Agricultural economics/Agronomy/Animal and livestock sciences/Aquatic resources and