The Grace Agbonlahor Foundation (GAF) has launched IgniteHer, an initiative designed to empower girls and young women with practical digital, technology, and career-readiness skills through fully funded Coursera scholarship opportunities. The programme combines access to world-class online courses and professional certifications with mentorship, career guidance, structured learning pathways, and community support. It is designed particularly for young women who want to develop in-demand skills, explore career opportunities, and improve their prospects for employment, further education, or entrepreneurship. About the IgniteHer Programme IgniteHer is a Grace Agbonlahor Foundation initiative focused on helping girls and young women move from inspiration to practical opportunity. Through its partnership with Coursera, the programme provides scholarship recipients with access to online courses and certifications at no cost. GAF complements the training with school outreach, mentorship, career guidance, cohort support, regular check-ins, and WhatsApp communities. The programme is intended to help participants develop skills that are relevant to the rapidly changing employment and technology landscape. Who Can Apply? IgniteHer is open to a broad range of girls and young women seeking to acquire new skills or strengthen their career prospects. Eligibility Applicants may include: Secondary school girls University students Recent graduates Young women from underserved communities Girls and women seeking to develop practical digital or professional skills Young women interested in improving their employment or entrepreneurial prospects The programme particularly seeks to support women and girls who may face barriers to accessing high-quality education, professional training, and career development opportunities. The scholarship covers the full cost of eligible courses provided through the programme. What Can Participants Learn? IgniteHer offers curated Coursera learning pathways covering a range of technology, business, and career-related disciplines. In-Demand Digital Skills Participants can explore practical training in areas such as: Artificial intelligence Cybersecurity Data analytics Python SQL Excel Digital marketing Human resources Project management These skills can help participants build capabilities relevant to modern workplaces and emerging career opportunities. Professional Certificates The programme also provides access to recognised professional certificate pathways, including programmes from organisations such as Google, IBM, and Intuit. Examples include: Google Data Analytics Certificate Google UX Design Certificate Google Cybersecurity Certificate Google Project Management Certificate IBM-related technology and professional learning opportunities Intuit bookkeeping-related training Courses and Specializations Participants can also access guided courses and specializations covering subjects such as: AI Essentials AI For Everyone Python for Everybody Machine Learning Excel Skills for Business Other career-focused learning programmes The curated approach is designed to help learners select training that aligns with their interests and career objectives rather than navigating an overwhelming catalogue of unrelated courses. Mentorship and Career Support IgniteHer goes beyond online courses. Participants receive structured support intended to help them remain engaged throughout their learning journey. This can include cohort groups, dedicated mentors, regular check-ins, and community-based support through WhatsApp. The programme also provides career guidance to help participants understand potential career pathways, relevant certifications, and the steps they can take after completing their training. Depending on their goals, participants may be supported toward: Further education Professional certification Employment Career advancement Entrepreneurship Development of additional technical skills How the Programme Works The IgniteHer model combines four major elements: 1. Fully Funded Coursera AccessSelected participants receive scholarship access to eligible Coursera courses and certifications without paying the course cost. 2. Structured Learning PathwaysLearners are directed toward curated collections and learning pathways based on practical skills, professional certificates, specializations, and career resources. 3. Mentorship and CommunityParticipants can benefit from cohort support, mentors, regular engagement, and peer communities designed to help them stay motivated and complete their learning. 4. Career and Next-Step SupportLearners receive guidance on how to use their new qualifications and skills as they pursue further education, employment, or entrepreneurial opportunities. Featured Learning Opportunities Examples of courses and programmes currently highlighted by IgniteHer include: Google Data Analytics Google UX Design Google Cybersecurity Google Project Management Python for Everybody AI For Everyone Course availability may change as the Coursera catalogue and IgniteHer programme offerings are updated. Scholarship Benefits Successful participants can benefit from: Fully funded Coursera scholarship access Access to online courses from leading institutions and companies Professional certificate opportunities Flexible online learning Structured learning pathways Mentorship and community support Career guidance Support for future education, employment, or entrepreneurship How to Register Your Interest IgniteHer is currently inviting interested girls and young women to register their interest for the programme. Applicants should complete the online Register Your Interest form provided by the Grace Agbonlahor Foundation. Registration allows GAF to notify interested participants when the next cohort opens. Important: Registering your interest is not necessarily the same as receiving an immediate scholarship award. Interested applicants should follow the Foundation’s instructions and await information about the next cohort and selection process. Application Details Programme: IgniteHer – STEAM & Career Readiness for Girls and Young WomenOrganisation: Grace Agbonlahor FoundationScholarship Provider: Coursera, through the GAF initiativeFunding: Fully funded course scholarshipsStudy Format: OnlineTarget Group: Girls and young womenFocus Areas: STEAM, digital skills, professional development and career readinessCurrent Status: Register interest for the next cohort Interested candidates can register through the official GAF interest form. Why IgniteHer Is an Opportunity Worth Exploring For girls and young women seeking practical skills without the financial burden of conventional professional training, IgniteHer provides an opportunity to access globally recognised online learning alongside mentorship and career support. The combination of Coursera scholarships, structured learning, professional certifications, mentorship, and career guidance can help participants build skills that are increasingly relevant to the digital economy. Young women interested in technology, business, data, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, project management, design, or other emerging career fields are encouraged to register their interest and monitor the Grace Agbonlahor Foundation for information about upcoming cohorts. REGISTER YOUR INTEREST HERE For more opportunities such as these please follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn and WPChannel Disclaimer: Global South Opportunities (GSO) does not take ownership or credit for the opportunities shared on this platform. All opportunities are sourced from official announcements and external sources for informational purposes only. Applicants are encouraged to verify all details, deadlines, and eligibility requirements from the official source before applying. Opportunities may be updated or changed by the providing organisations.