OWSD – The Organization for Women in Science for the Developing World
OWSD is now an international benchmark for promoting female scientific leadership in low- and middle-income countries.
Among its main strengths is a consolidated and recognised operational structure, with a large and highly qualified membership spread across the globe. The organisation combines capacity building, networking, advocacy and evidence production activities, with an approach that integrates individual skills development and institutional transformation of scientific systems.
OWSD boasts an extensive network of National Chapters and former fellows, who act as multipliers of impact in their respective national contexts. Its ability to engage with universities, research institutions, international organisations and governments enables it to facilitate scientific exchanges, academic mobility and inclusive policy processes. A further strength is its thirty years of experience in managing competitive programmes and coordinating multi-country projects supported by institutional partners. The effectiveness of its activities is recognised by a large international scientific community, which considers OWSD a unique platform for consolidating women’s scientific careers and promoting more equitable access to research and innovation.