A program will create a professional network and mentorship for women in strategic trade, led by experienced experts, to help them advance in their careers.
Funder: [Bureau of International Security-Nonproliferation - https://www.state.gov/bureaus-offices/under-secretary-for-arms-control-and-international-security-affairs/bureau-of-international-security-and-nonproliferation/]
Due Dates: March 31, 2025 (Close date)
Funding Amounts: Up to $450,000 total funding; cooperative agreement format
Summary: Supports creation of a professional network and six-month mentorship program to advance early- and mid-career women in strategic trade through guidance from experienced experts.
This funding opportunity aims to build a community of practice specifically for women working in the field of strategic trade. The program will establish a professional network and provide sustained mentorship over six months. Experienced international strategic trade experts and practitioners will mentor early- and mid-career women, helping them advance their careers in this specialized field. The initiative focuses on fostering professional development, knowledge sharing, and career advancement for women in strategic trade, which involves export controls, nonproliferation, and international security.
The Bureau of International Security-Nonproliferation (ISN) at the U.S. Department of State, which leads U.S. efforts to prevent the spread of weapons of mass destruction and promote international security, is the funder of this program.