Latin America & Caribbean

OWSD has been working hard to improve the number and quality of women scientists in the Latin America & Caribbean (LAC) region. The region boasts a vibrant network of National Chapters (see below) and many organizing teams are preparing to establish further chapters in their countries. Specific efforts are being devoted to strengthening OWSD communities in Central America, South America and the Caribbean. PhD fellowships and Early Career Fellowships have been awarded to women from Bolivia, Honduras, Guatemala, and Nicaragua, and six countries (Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Jamaica, Mexico, and Venezuela) have hosted PhD fellows from countries worldwide. Our Vice President, Kleinsy Bonilla, is from Guatemala.