Deadline: 30 April 2025
The Rukhmabai Initiatives is pleased to invite grant applications to amplify the voices of striking women who have unique points of view and compelling insights into the world of STEM and their place in it.
Each grantee will produce three stories: two profiles and one feature story – aligned with the objective of Rukhmabai Initiatives; to inspire and inform.
Over the course of the year, the grantees will be invited to participate in short activities to further Rukhmabai team’s vision and efforts in this space.
What are they looking for?
- Help them tell fascinating stories about contemporary Indian people of marginalised genders in STEM who are doing ‘cool’ things!
- Pitch profiles that will get their readers excited about the sciences through stories of inspiring women who have overcome personal or professional challenges on the path to scientific excellence.
Funding Information
- This year, they will be providing three grants of Rs 40,000 each.
Eligibility Criteria
- Are you a science writer/journalist who identifies as a woman?
- Are you passionate about STEM, gender and how they intersect?
- Are you an Indian citizen over 18 years of age?
For more information, visit Rukhmabai Initiatives.
