DESCRIPTION

The Zonta Women in STEM Award uplifts innovation and celebrates the remarkable accomplishments of women in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields of study. By recognising and supporting these exceptional women, Zonta aims to inspire future generations, encourage women to pursue leadership in STEM and foster greater inclusivity and diversity in STEM fields.

The program operates at the Zonta club, district and international levels:

  • The application process must start with a Zonta club.
  • Submit your application to the Zonta Club of Kanata-Stittsville.
  • In our inaugural year offering this award, the Zonta Club of Kanata-Stittsville is proud to offer one award of CA$1000.
  • The Zonta Club of Kanata-Stittsville will forward its STEM awardee’s application for consideration at the District 2 level of the Zonta Women in STEM program.

Zonta International offers 16 international awards of US$5,000 each and a complimentary one-year supporting membership in Zonta International for the next financial year.

ELIGIBILITY

Applicants who are currently in their second year of an undergraduate program through the final year of a graduate program are eligible to apply. Applicants must demonstrate:

  • groundbreaking research
  • pioneering discoveries, and/or
  • exemplary contributions to advancing knowledge and innovation in STEM

To support consistent eligibility determinations for applicants worldwide, refer to the Full list of STEM fields recognised internationally.

HOW TO APPLY

Details on eligibility and how to apply are available in the following documents:

Applications must be emailed as a PDF to:

DEADLINE TO APPLY: SUNDAY 10 JANUARY 2027

REVIEW PROCESS

The Club Award Evaluating Committee will review applications and select one (1) recipient based on evidence of alignment with the eligibility requirements. The recipient’s application will be sent for consideration to the Zonta District 2 Governor by 1 February 2027.

For transparency, the Club recipient’s name, biography and photo will be published on our club website and used in social media posts.