ARA-W Announcement
🎉 Exciting Opportunity Alert from ARA-W!
The 2026 Fully Funded Undergraduate Research Fellowship is now open!
Are you a young woman passionate about research? Curious about STEM and ready to explore it beyond the classroom? This is your chance to gain hands-on experience, expand your knowledge, and take a bold step toward your future.
Application Deadline
June 21, 2026 — 11:59 PM GMT
Don't miss this opportunity to grow, learn, and be guided by a mentor. Apply now and take your curiosity to the next level!
AKWAABA!
THE AFRICAN RESEARCH ACADEMIES FOR WOMEN WELCOMES YOU
Our Mission
Putting Her at the Root of Science Technology Engineering & Mathematics
About ARA-W
ARA-W seeks to increase the representation of women in STEM professions around the world through research. We believe in creating opportunities and breaking barriers for women in scientific fields.
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Developed Community
Reinforcing our Commitment
Our goal is to equip our scholars with the competencies and skills which they can use to give back, educate, and be the change that they wish to see in their communities.
Expertise Development
Ready for the Future
We strive to not only develop the research skills and interests of our scholars, but also provide professional development opportunities, to collaborate in various fields.
Research Programs
Investing in Curiosity
At The African Research Academies for Women, we are dedicated to fostering a passion for inquiry and research in the STEM fields among our students.