EDUCATION

Women of any nationality pursuing a Ph.D./doctoral degree who demonstrate a superior academic record conducting research applied to aerospace engineering or space sciences are eligible. It is imperative that students be registered in a full-time Ph.D./doctoral program and have completed at least one year of that program or have received a master’s degree in an aerospace-applied field at the time the application is submitted. Applicants must not graduate from their Ph.D. or doctoral program before April 2022. Please note that post-doctoral research programs are not eligible for the Fellowship. Classified members (club members and individuals with direct membership with Zonta International) and employees of Zonta International and Zonta International Foundation, and their family members (ancestors, descendants, adoptees, siblings, nieces or cousins, and those of their spouse or cohabiting partner), are not eligible to apply for the Fellowship. Note that previous Amelia Earhart Fellows are not eligible to apply to renew the Fellowship for a second year.

FUNDING
Amelia Earhart Fellowships are made possible by generous contributions to the Zonta International Foundation Amelia Earhart Fellowship Fund.

• Applicant must be registered in a full-time Ph.D./doctoral program on research applied to aerospace engineering or space sciences by 15 November of the year prior to the grant. (i.e. – November 15, 2022 for the 2023 grant)
• Applicant must be female.
• Click here for more information.

Contact d15ameliacoord@zonta15.org with any questions.

ZONTA YOUNG WOMEN IN LEADERSHIP AWARD

Zonta Young Women in Leadership Award (formerly the Young Women in Public Affairs Award) recognizes young women, ages 16-19, for demonstrating leadership skills and commitment to public service and civic causes, and encourages them to continue their participation in public and political life.

Since 1990, Zonta has given 1,128 awards, totaling US$1,673,750 to 956 young women from 61 countries.

The program operates at the Zonta club, district and international levels. Zonta International offers 37 international awards of US$5,000. Each district may submit one applicant for consideration for an international scholarship.

The application process starts with a Zonta club.  For the upcoming year, women who are eligible to apply will be 16-19 on April 1^st, live in a Zonta district/region, be citizens of a Zonta country and demonstrate evidence of the following:

• Active commitment to volunteerism.
• Experience in local government, student government, or workplace leadership (paid or unpaid).
• Volunteer leadership achievements.
• Knowledge of Zonta International and its programs.
• Support in Zonta International’s mission of building a better world for women and girls.

Applicant must work with their local club and applications are due to District 15 by April 1st.  Your local club may have an earlier date for approval prior to District due date. Click here to find a club near you.

Click here for the application package and more information

The entire Completed Application package should be sent to the club coordinator. The clubs will send on the winning application package to the District 15  Award Coordinator, no later than April 1.
Clubs will send their winning application to kcreigh39@gmail.com

Contact d15ywpa@zonta15.org with any questions.

Zonta Women in Business Leadership Award – Now Accepting Applications for 2025

Encouraging women to drive innovation and impact in the business world.

Women have made great strides in the pursuit of education, careers and leadership roles they were once denied. However, they still comprise a minority of leaders in the business world. Women hold nearly 34% of committee chairs in the S&P 500 and 31% of director seats, as of March 2023. Only 8.2% of S&P 500 company CEOs are women.

The Zonta Women in Business Leadership Award acknowledges and celebrates women who demonstrate exceptional leadership, entrepreneurial spirit, ethical conduct and make significant contributions to their respective industries while addressing global or local issues affecting women and girls or climate justice.

Zonta International offers 10 international awards of US$10,000 each and a complimentary one-year supporting membership in Zonta International for the next financial year.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Applicants must locate a Zonta club near them by using the Club Locator at zonta.org/locateaclub to receive the deadline and an address to submit application to, or for assistance, email your name and contact information to Zonta International Headquarters at programs@zonta.org. Note that applications must be submitted to a Zonta club or district in the language(s) accepted by the club or district by the deadline printed on the application. Only typed applications will be accepted and considered.

Applicant must apply through their local club, and each club sets their own deadline. Club winners are due to District 15 by mid-September. Below is the link for details and to access the current application when available.

For ELIGIBILITY and Program Details:  https://zonta.org/Web/Web/Programs/Education/Zonta_Women_in_Business_Leadership_Award.aspx?hkey=5fb4f07a-f30d-42ad-bb53-7cb802f1eb7c

Contact d15jmkcoord@zonta15.org with any questions.

Zonta Women in Stem Award New for 2026 Accepting Applications Now

Encouraging women to pursue education, career opportunities and leadership roles in STEM fields

AWARD DESCRIPTION

The Zonta Women in STEM Award uplifts innovation and celebrates the remarkable accomplishments of women between 18-35 years of age in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields and acknowledge their groundbreaking research, pioneering discoveries, and/or exemplary contributions to advancing knowledge and innovation in a STEM field. By recognizing and supporting these exceptional women, Zonta aims to inspire future generations and foster inclusivity and diversity in the world of STEM.

Zonta International offers 16 international awards of US$10,000 each and a complimentary one-year supporting membership in Zonta International for the next financial year.

Women, aged 18-35 years old at the time of application, who demonstrate groundbreaking research, pioneering discoveries and/or exemplary contributions to advancing knowledge and innovation in a science, technology, engineering or mathematic (STEM) field of study or industry, are eligible to apply. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Designated Degree Program List can be used to determine if your field of study is eligible: https://www.ice.gov/sites/default/files/documents/stem-list.pdf.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Applicants must locate a Zonta club near them by using the Club Locator at zonta.org/locateaclub to receive the deadline and an address to submit the application to, or for assistance, email your name and contact information to Zonta International Headquarters at programs@zonta.org. Note that applications must be submitted to a Zonta club or district in the language(s) accepted by the club or district by the deadline printed on the application. Only typed applications will be accepted and considered. Note that applicants from geographic areas within a Zonta district where no clubs are located may apply via a Zonta e-Club or directly to the district to be eligible for the international awards.

Applicant must apply through their local club, and each club sets their own deadline. Club winners are due to District 15 by December 1, 2025. Below is the link for details and to access the current application when available.

For ELIGIBILITY and Program Details: https://zonta.org/Web/Web/Programs/Education/Zonta_Women_in_STEM_Award.aspx?hkey=93b52ab5-ef2f-401b-8774-b6143ad02da1

Contact d15wtsc@zonta15.org with any questions.