The Under Secretary for Public Diplomacy and Public Affairs leads Department efforts to expand and strengthen the relationships between the people of the United States and citizens of other countries.
The grant supports the Academy of Women Entrepreneurs (AWE) 2024 program by the U.S. Consulate General Hyderabad, targeting 60 participants for a four-month intensive training and mentorship. It uses the Academy of Women Entrepreneurs/DreamBuilder curriculum, focusing on basic business principles and enriched by U.S. Government (USG) alumni engagement. Participants will benefit from distinguished alumni speakers, mentorship, and resources like American Corners for events and specialists for business communication skills. The program prioritizes underrepresented groups, including Muslim women.