The Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU) Gender Grants (GBP 1,000 Grant)

ACU Gender Grants are awarded annually to member universities to support initiatives that will boost gender equity and equality on campus.

The grants can be used for a diverse range of projects, workshops, and events in areas such as:

• Supporting women in leadership
• Raising awareness of sexual harassment and developing anti-sexual harassment initiatives
• Supporting women in science and research
• Creating effective institutional policies
• Mainstreaming gender equity into the curriculum

The ACU is working in partnership with the Martha Farrell Foundation to provide three additional Gender Grants focused on creating effective anti-sexual harassment policies and strategies, drawing on the Foundation’s expertise in anti-sexual harassment initiatives. These grants are open to staff members of ACU member universities in Africa and Asia and include online training and follow-up online support from the Martha Farrell Foundation.  

Grant

• Thirteen awards of up to GBP 1,000 to help meet the costs of organising projects that promote gender equity and equality. 

How to apply

• Be a staff member at an ACU member university.  
• Submit an application through the online application form when applications are open.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU) Gender Grants