ADVANCE: Organizational Change for Gender Equity in STEM Academic Professions
Highlights
Participating in this program is a fantastic opportunity for your business to lead the way in promoting equity and inclusion within academic workplaces. By applying, you can access grants designed to implement innovative strategies that enhance gender equity in STEM fields. This funding will enable you to address systemic barriers, such as unfair workload distribution and biased hiring practices, which currently hinder fair advancement opportunities for many individuals.
Being approved not only helps you drive positive changes within your organization, but also positions your business as a collaborative partner in a larger movement for equity in academia. You’ll join a network of like-minded organizations dedicated to fostering a more diverse and capable workforce. The best part? Qualifying is straightforward, allowing you to focus on what truly matters—creating a work culture that supports everyone. Embrace this chance to make a lasting impact and be a champion for change.
Financing Details
Type of Financing
You will receive a grant through this program. Grants are funds that do not need to be repaid, making them a fantastic opportunity for eligible businesses like yours.
Repayment Terms and Eligible Expenses
There are no repayment terms or interest rates with this grant. This means you can allocate the funds without worrying about future payments. Eligible expenses include initiatives that promote gender equity in STEM fields, such as implementing systemic change strategies, data collection, and institutional assessments.
Restrictions and Fees
The funds cannot be used for individual fellowships, research, or travel grants for students, researchers, or faculty. Additionally, keep in mind that there are no fees associated with the program. This allows you to focus entirely on making impactful changes within your organization.
Qualifications
- Location: Available across the United States.
- Sectors: Open to all sectors.
- Employees: No minimum or maximum employee requirement.
- Company Revenue: No minimum or maximum revenue qualifications.
- Legal Structure: All legal structures are acceptable.
- Profit Structure: All profit structures are applicable.
Disqualifications:
- Individual Funding: Does not provide fellowships, research, or travel grants to individual students, postdoctoral researchers, or faculty.
Description
The program focuses on promoting equity and inclusion within academic workplaces, especially in the STEM fields. It supports efforts to address systemic barriers that affect individuals based on gender, race, and ethnicity. By participating, your business can gain access to grants designed to enhance organizational change that fosters a diverse and capable workforce.
The funding is intended for implementing innovative strategies that directly improve gender equity, the quality of organizational culture, and support for faculty. This includes addressing issues like inequitable workload distribution, biased hiring practices, and other systemic factors preventing fair advancement opportunities.
Engaging in this program not only supports your mission to create a more inclusive environment but also positions your business as a leader in advocating for positive change in the academic sector. You will be part of a collaborative effort to transform how academic institutions operate, ensuring equal opportunities for all.
Program Steps
Gather Relevant Information
Collect details about your organization, including its mission, size, and demographics.Prepare the Appropriate Documentation
You will need the following documents for the application:- Proof of legal structure (e.g., business license, articles of incorporation)
- Financial statements (e.g., balance sheet, income statement)
- A detailed proposal outlining how you plan to use the funding to promote gender equity
- Documentation evidencing your commitment to diversity and inclusion (e.g., current policies, practices)
- Any previous research or assessments related to equity in your workplace
Develop a Work Plan
Outline specific strategies you plan to implement that will address systemic barriers and enhance gender equity in your organization.Complete the Application Form
Fill out the application form, providing all requested information and supporting documents.Submit Your Application
Review your application for accuracy and completeness. Then submit it before the deadline.Prepare for Follow-Up
Be ready to respond to any questions or requests for additional information from the program administrators after submission.