U.S.-D.R. Technology and Science Fair
U.S. Mission to the Dominican Republic
Who can apply
● U.S. and Dominican not-for-profit organizations ● Chambers of commerce and business associations ● Entrepreneurship and innovation hubs ● Technology and startup incubators/accelerators ● Higher education institutions ● Alumni associations ● Civil society organizations with experience in STEM, entrepreneurship, workforce development, or youth programming
About this opportunity
1. Project Background, Goals, and Objectives The U.S. Embassy in Santo Domingo seeks to increase Dominican engagement with U.S.-linked opportunities in technology, innovation, entrepreneurship, and emerging industries at a time when fields such as semiconductors, artificial intelligence, engineering, cybersecurity, and digital innovation are reshaping the global economy and workforce. The Dominican Republic has a growing ecosystem of students, entrepreneurs, startups, and innovation-focused institutions interested in STEM and technology-related sectors. However, many young Dominicans and emerging professionals have limited direct exposure to U.S. companies, innovation ecosystems, entrepreneurial models, and private-sector leaders that can help them access international opportunities and en...