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Empowered Ethiopian Women (Ma'atzimot)
UndergraduateA scholarship for Ethiopian-Israeli women, with a dedicated gender lens — a community women-led initiative advancing education and employment.
What is this program?
"Empowered Ethiopian Women" (Ma'atzimot) is an organization with a specific gender lens — scholarships and support for Ethiopian-Israeli women, recognizing the distinct barriers women in the community face on the path to higher education and employment.
Who is eligible?
- Ethiopian-Israeli women, at any study stage (high school, prep year, degree)
What's included?
- A scholarship / financial support for community women
- A women's support community and mentorship
How to apply
Via maatzimot.org.il.
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