Ingénieuses 2025: Celebrating North Africa’s Rising Engineering Stars
The Conference of Directors of French Engineering Schools,in collaboration with its partners and supporters,has launched the Ingénieuses 2025 initiative,a groundbreaking effort to recognize and reward remarkable engineering students from North Africa. This prestigious award, co-created with the Agence universitaire de la Francophonie (AUF), aims to inspire younger generations by showcasing the academic and professional achievements of students from Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, and Mauritania.The winner will receive a €1,000 prize and an all-expenses-paid trip to Paris to attend the awards ceremony on May 15, 2025. This initiative underscores the belief that engineering is a field accessible to all, regardless of gender or background, and celebrates students who excel in their academic and personal endeavors.
Details Meeting for Aspiring Candidates
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An information meeting for potential candidates is scheduled for February 3, 2025, at 6 p.m. (UTC+1) via videoconference. Interested students can register using this link. This session will provide detailed insights into the submission process and selection criteria.
Selection Criteria: What makes a Winning Candidate?
To be eligible, candidates must be enrolled in an engineering program at a higher education institution in North Africa that is a member of the AUF. The selection process will evaluate several key factors, including:
- A strong academic record.
- Demonstrated commitment to promoting gender equality.
- volunteering experiences, particularly those that encourage young girls to pursue engineering careers.
Candidates are also required to submit a 1,500-character text (approximately 250 words) addressing their vision of gender equality, the challenges of gender stereotypes, and the issue of career orientation for young girls. This text serves as both a summary of their knowledge and a personal testimony of their experiences.
The application must include an up-to-date CV and proof of enrollment in an AUF member institution.Additional supporting documents,such as brochures,photos,or testimonials,are optional but can strengthen the application by highlighting the candidate’s personal,academic,or associative achievements.
Key Dates and How to Apply
The deadline for submitting applications is March 8, 2025. Candidates can view the full call for applications and submit their entries here.
Awards Ceremony: A Celebration of Excellence
The Ingénieuses 2025 awards ceremony will take place on May 15, 2025, in Paris. This event will not only honor the winner but also serve as a platform to inspire future generations of engineers.
Summary of Key Information
| Aspect | Details |
|————————–|—————————————————————————–|
| Prize | €1,000 and a trip to Paris for the awards ceremony |
| Eligibility | Engineering students from Morocco, Algeria, tunisia, or Mauritania |
| Application Deadline | March 8, 2025 |
| Awards Ceremony | May 15, 2025, in Paris |
| Information Meeting | February 3, 2025, at 6 p.m. (UTC+1) via videoconference |
The Ingénieuses 2025 initiative is a testament to the power of education and the importance of diversity in engineering. By recognizing the achievements of North African students, this award aims to break down barriers and inspire a new generation of engineers.
Don’t miss this opportunity to showcase your talent and contribute to a more inclusive future in engineering.Submit your application today!
Headline: “Igniting North Africa’s Sparks: an Interview wiht Dr. Lamiaatham Cheikh on the Inspiring ‘Ingénieuses 2025’ Initiative”
Introduction: As the world continues to grapple with engineering’s gender disparity, the Conference of Directors of French Engineering Schools, alongside its partners, has created a beacon of hope: the ‘Ingénieuses 2025’ initiative. This prestigious award recognizes and uplifts exceptional engineering students from Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, and Mauritania. In this exclusive interview, we sit down with Dr. Lamiaatham Cheikh, a renowned engineer and gender equality advocate, to delve into the significance of ‘Ingénieuses 2025’.
1. About ’ingénieuses 2025′: A Spark of Inspiration
World-Today-News: dr.Cheikh,coudl you walk us through the inception and goals of the ’Ingénieuses 2025′ initiative?
Dr. Lamiaatham Cheikh: Certainly. ‘Ingénieuses 2025’ was born out of a shared vision to celebrate and empower north Africa’s rising engineering stars. our goal is to inspire younger generations, especially girls, to pursue engineering careers by highlighting the achievements of their peers. We aim to challenge gender stereotypes and promote inclusivity in the STEM field.
2. Breaking Barriers: Promoting Gender Equality
WTN: The initiative puts a strong emphasis on promoting gender equality. Can you tell us more about this focus?
L.C.: Absolutely.Engineering has long been dominated by men, and we believe it’s high time we change that. ’Ingénieuses 2025′ encourages candidates to demonstrate their commitment to gender equality, notably through volunteering experiences that inspire young girls to pursue engineering. The 1,500-character text that’s part of the application process also pushes candidates to articulate their vision of gender equality and tackle the challenges posed by gender stereotypes.
3. Eligibility, Selection, and Key Dates
WTN: Could you provide an overview of the eligibility criteria, the selection process, and the key dates for ‘Ingénieuses 2025’?
L.C.: Of course. Candidates must be enrolled in an engineering program at an AUF member institution in North Africa. Our selection process evaluates several factors, including a strong academic record, commitment to gender equality, and exceptional volunteer work. The deadline for submissions is March 8, 2025, and the awards ceremony will take place on May 15, 2025, in Paris. An data meeting is scheduled for February 3, 2025, at 6 p.m. UTC+1 via videoconference to guide potential candidates through the submission process.
4. Inspiring the future of engineering
WTN: How do you envision ‘Ingénieuses 2025’ inspiring the future of engineering in North Africa and beyond?
L.C.: I believe initiatives like ‘Ingénieuses 2025’ are game-changers.By recognizing and rewarding excellence in engineering students, we can spark more interest in the field, challenge gender stereotypes, and foster a more inclusive habitat. I’m confident that the winner of ‘Ingénieuses 2025’ will go on to inspire many more young engineers, not just in North Africa, but across the globe.
5. Join the Movement: How to Apply
WTN: Dr. cheikh, could you share how interested students can apply for ‘Ingénieuses 2025’?
L.C.: absolutely. Candidates can view the full call for applications here (link) and submit their entries through the ‘Ingénieuses’ website (link). I encourage all eligible students to grab this prospect to showcase their talent and contribute to a more inclusive future in engineering.
Dr. Lamiaatham Cheikh’s passion and commitment to promoting gender equality in engineering are truly inspiring. The ‘Ingénieuses 2025’ initiative is more then just an award; it’s a movement igniting sparks of inspiration and change across north Africa and beyond.
