{"id":3750,"date":"2026-01-09T22:37:00","date_gmt":"2026-01-09T22:37:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/opportunityforworld.org\/?p=3750"},"modified":"2026-01-10T12:59:30","modified_gmt":"2026-01-10T12:59:30","slug":"world-learning-steam-innovations-spring-2026-fully-funded","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/opportunityforworld.org\/?p=3750","title":{"rendered":"World Learning STEAM Innovations Spring 2026 (Fully-funded)"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><div id=\"tdi_1\" class=\"tdc-row\"><div class=\"vc_row tdi_2  wpb_row td-pb-row\" >\n<style scoped>\n\/* custom css - generated by TagDiv Composer *\/\n\n\/* custom css - generated by TagDiv Composer *\/\n.tdi_2,\r\n                .tdi_2 .tdc-columns{\r\n                    min-height: 0;\r\n                }\n<\/style><div class=\"vc_column tdi_4  wpb_column vc_column_container tdc-column td-pb-span12\">\n<style scoped>\n\/* custom css - generated by TagDiv Composer *\/\n\n\/* custom css - generated by TagDiv Composer *\/\n.tdi_4{\r\n                    vertical-align: baseline;\r\n                }\n<\/style><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\" >[vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<article id=\"post-171171\">\n<div>\n<p><strong>Deadline: February 15, 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Applications are open for the World Learning STEAM Innovations Spring 2026. World Learning\u2019s STEAM Innovations effectively prepares 700 college\/university-aged youth from Algeria, Iraq, Saudi Arabia, and the United States for successful exploration of future STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) specialties and careers.<\/p>\n<p>STEAM Innovations includes an engaging 8-week virtual exchange program focused on the following topics: STEAM discovery, career planning, community engagement, language learning and practice, and an introduction to entrepreneurship. The program will foster global understanding and equip participants with critical skills, a global perspective, and the ability to contribute meaningfully to their communities.<\/p>\n<p>As a STEAM Innovations alum, you\u2019ll join a global network and unlock opportunities to continue growing your skills, connections, and impact:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Recognition &amp; Credentials: Certificate of Completion and weekly digital badges.<\/li>\n<li>Professional Growth: Access to a digital portfolio template, YouTube resource library, and ongoing professional development workshops.<\/li>\n<li>Exclusive Opportunities: Peer mentor roles, guest speaking, and eligibility for alumni awards such as Innovator or Community Builder.<\/li>\n<li>Community &amp; Connection: Alumni reunions, spotlights on social media, a quarterly newsletter, and membership in both the Virtual Programs Alumni Network and the U.S. Department of State\u2019s International Alumni Network.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>STEAM Innovations is implemented by World Learning and is supported by the J. Christopher Stevens Virtual Exchange Initiative (JCSVEI). JCSVEI is a U.S. Department of State\u2019s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs program administered by the Aspen Institute.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Benefits<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The journey doesn\u2019t end when the program does. As a STEAM Innovations alum, you\u2019ll join a global community of changemakers and gain access to exclusive opportunities designed to support your growth, showcase your achievements, and keep you connected.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Recognition &amp; Credentials:<\/strong>\u00a0Certificate of Completion and weekly digital badges.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Professional Growth:<\/strong>\u00a0Access to a digital portfolio template, YouTube resource library, and ongoing professional development workshops.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Exclusive Opportunities:<\/strong>\u00a0Peer mentor roles, guest speaking, internships, and eligibility for alumni awards such as Innovator or Community Builder.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Community &amp; Connection:<\/strong>\u00a0Alumni reunions, spotlights on social media, a quarterly newsletter, and membership in both the Virtual Programs Alumni Network and the U.S. Department of State\u2019s International Alumni Network.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Eligibility<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Open to college\/university-aged youth.<\/li>\n<li>They should be from Algeria, Iraq, Saudi Arabia, and the United States.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Application<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>As a reminder the application deadlines for this program are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Priority Deadline<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 January 19, 2026<\/li>\n<li><strong>Final Admissions Deadline<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 February 15, 2026<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/forms.office.com\/pages\/responsepage.aspx?id=unX-tsnsx0269eGz-6JUv6uWyr45S-pEg_YHx_73x-5UMUNUUElUVDFDVUVIVjBQRFhUVFVINkpLWC4u&amp;route=shorturl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Click here to apply<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>For more information, visit <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldlearning.org\/program\/steam-innovations\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">STEAM Innovations<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text]<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"[vc_column_text css=\"\"] Deadline: February 15, 2026 Applications are open for the World Learning STEAM Innovations Spring 2026. 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