A+ Alliance Gender & AI Innovation Collective 2026: Funding & Tech Support for Women-Led Organisations in Africa
Applications are now open for Cohort 2 of the A+ Alliance Gender & AI Innovation Collective (GAIC)—a unique programme designed to support women-led organisations across sub-Saharan Africa in scaling their impact through technology.
This initiative is co-led by Code for Africa (CfA) and Women at the Table, with support from the International Development Research Centre (IDRC) and the FCDO Services under the Artificial Intelligence for Development (AI4D) programme.
About the Programme
The Gender & AI Innovation Collective (GAIC) is designed to help women-led organisations build and scale tech-driven solutions that address critical challenges affecting women and girls.
Rather than just funding ideas, the programme provides hands-on support to develop, refine, and scale technology solutions that can drive real impact.
What the Programme Offers
Selected organisations will benefit from a structured support system that combines innovation, mentorship, and technology development.
Key benefits include:
Technical support to build and scale digital solutions
Access to expert mentorship and advisory
Opportunities to strengthen organisational capacity
Collaboration with a network of like-minded organisations
Support in leveraging AI and technology for social impact
Focus Areas
The programme is looking for organisations actively working to address:
Gender-based violence
Economic inequality
Healthcare access
Education for women and girls
Solutions that use or can integrate technology—especially AI—are strongly encouraged.
Programme Details
Application Window: March 5 – April 25, 2026
Programme Start Date: May 13, 2026
Format: Fully online
Time Commitment: Approximately 4 hours per week
Why You Should Apply
Women-led organisations often face barriers in accessing technology, funding, and scaling opportunities. This programme is designed to bridge that gap by providing the tools and support needed to expand impact.
If your organisation is working to improve the lives of women and girls, this is a powerful opportunity to grow your solution and reach more communities.
How to Apply
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