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women invited Argentina to join the new BlackBerry Scholars Program, an initiative which aims to inspire women around the world to form and act as professionals in the areas of science, technology, engineering and mathematics.
This initiative by Alicia Keys, Global Creative Director of BlackBerry, will offer ten scholarships university full four years.
scholarships will be awarded to the most outstanding candidates in the world who want to make a career in the areas mentioned, in colleges or universities accredited in their country.
“Women do not have enough presence in the fields of science and technology, and we firmly believe that it is time to bring about change,” says Keys.
He adds: “It important to demonstrate to young women from high school to university, that careers in science and technology are at your fingertips. crucial also give them the tools and support necessary so that, once inserted in the labor market, can grow as professionals. “
“I am proud to lead this program BlackBerry promoting education of women, both in education and in the workplace, and to make a contribution of this magnitude to a community that has shown his loyalty to the brand “.
Argentina women who are interested in scholarships can apply until June 26 in 2013 at 19. A panel of inspiring and successful women, led by Keys, will select the scholarship recipients based on their academic achievements and their enthusiasm to venture into the mobile computing industry.
This scholarship program is the first step in a long-term multi-level strategy developed by BlackBerry to support young women in their education, from high school and college, and professional development.
Since 55% of BlackBerry users are women, the company seeks to motivate the younger generation leaders and to help them achieve their goals in a highly competitive industry.
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