Announcing Rise Up-Women in Blockchain; Complementary education and scholarship program from ConsenSys, CryptoChicks, C4 and Applicature
Helping women pursue careers in Blockchain, with a focus on Ukrainian women.
San Francisco, Calif.–(Newsfile Corp. – Aug 10, 2022) – Today, four blockchain sector organizations have come together to announce the Rise Up-Women in Blockchain program. The program will provide free online education and scholarships to encourage more women to pursue blockchain development and entrepreneurial careers. A main goal is to offer support and preferential rights to women from Ukraine whose livelihoods have recently been changed due to war.
Rise Up-Women in Blockchain, a free education and scholarship program from Applicature, CryptoChicks, C4 and ConsenSys
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The program includes free online training and certifications from two educational nonprofits, CryptoChicks and the Cryptocurrency Certification Consortium (C4). It also includes access to online blockchain developer training donated by software company ConsenSys through the ConsenSys Academy, and scholarships donated by blockchain venture builder and accelerator company Applicature.
Free access to online education from CryptoChicks, the Blockchain Education Hub
Online access to library of courses including introductory courses, application development topics and founder courses to start your own business.
“Our goal is to give the gift of education to every woman who needs it, especially in such difficult times. Our online courses will help you get started with blockchain technology. Our events will make you connect with your potential employers,” said Elena Sinelnikova , founder and CEO of CryptoChicks.
Free Bitcoin Certification from C4
Access to the online Certified Bitcoin Professional program, exam and certificate upon completion.
“Education is critical to getting more women into Bitcoin, Ethereum and open blockchain technology, and we’re excited to contribute to this project,” said Jessica Levesque, CEO of C4.
Consensys Academy, On-Demand Blockchain Developer Program
Special access to private, on-demand courses and certification, awarded to five women selected based on entry criteria.
“With the incredible challenges facing our world today, we believe that blockchain education is critical to building a better future. We are grateful to be able to participate in this important project to empower and support Ukrainian women,” said Coogan Brennan, Director, ConsenSys Academy.
Application scholarships and support
A scholarship to complete the ConsenSys Blockchain Developer Program for the five selected women offering $1000 USD each. Learning group support and mentorship through Applicatures Solidity Academy.
“We are pleased to offer scholarships to five talented women for blockchain development and solidity education: highly in-demand industry skills. We are thrilled to join these partners in helping Ukrainian women as so many have experienced hardship and career disruption this year.” said Ian Arden, founder and CEO of Applicature.
The application deadline for the first grant/ConsenSys training place is 31 September 2022. One grant is awarded per month, based on the best candidates per application criteria, until 28 February 2023. APPLICATION AND INFORMATION ON THE WEBSITE: https:// riseup.applicature.com /.
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The partners:
Application, a global venture builder and accelerator that has worked on over 300 projects since 2017. Portfolio companies include Vidma – blockchain security auditor, milestone based – DAO funding management platform, and Mempool Ventures – Crypto VC and advisory firm.
CryptoChicksinternational non-profit and education center helping thousands of women worldwide learn and invest in blockchain, and build new careers and businesses.
C4, a non-profit organization that establishes cryptocurrency standards, certifies cryptocurrency professionals, and educates people around the world about cryptocurrency.
ConsenSys, is a leading software company for Ethereum and decentralized protocols. Enables developers, businesses and people around the world to build next-generation applications, launch modern financial infrastructure and access the decentralized web. The product suite consists of Infura, Quorum, Codefi, MetaMask, Truffle, Diligence and an NFT platform.
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