10.318: Women and Minorities in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Fields
Alternate Name: WAMS; Women and Minorities in Science, Technology, Engineering, and
Mathematics Fields STEM program
Overview
Program Number
10.318
Status
Active
Last Modified
Aug. 4, 2022
Date Posted
Aug. 4, 2022
Objective
The Women and Minorities (WAMS) in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Fields program was authorized to increase participation by women and underrepresented minorities from rural areas in the fields of science, technology, engineering and mathematics, with priority given to eligible institutions that carry out continuing programs funded by the Secretary.
The goal of the WAMS program is to develop and implement robust partnerships to increase the representation, participation, and entrepreneurism of women in STEM careers, thereby contributing to national economic prosperity.
The purpose of the grant program is to support projects that: Provide STEM knowledge, skills and competency to Women and Minorities from Rural Areas with successful placement (a) in the workforce in STEM fields, or (b) as innovators and entrepreneurs adding value to the STEM fields in areas that have relevancy to the USDA Secretary’s priorities.
Type of Assistance
B - Cooperative Agreements (Discretionary Grants)
Applicant Eligibility
State agricultural experiment stations; colleges and universities; university research foundations; other research institutions and organizations; Federal agencies; national laboratories; private organizations or corporations; individuals; or any group consisting of 2 or more of these entities.
Beneficiary Eligibility
State agricultural experiment stations; colleges and universities; university research foundations; other research institutions and organizations; Federal agencies; national laboratories; private organizations or corporations; individuals; or any group consisting of 2 or more of these entities.
Additional Information
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