Honoring innovation. Opening a world of information.

We invite you to apply for the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation’s annual Access to Learning Award

PROCESS FOR SELECTION
An international advisory committee made up of librarians,
information technology experts, and foundation staff evaluates applications based on candidates’ innovative efforts to:
• make computer and Internet access free to the public
• train the public in using technology and accessing information
• educate staff on technology use and
• reach out to underserved communities.

The committee selects a list of final candidates for consideration by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.
Following an independent financial and organizational review of the finalists, the foundation selects the award recipient.

HOW TO APPLY
Deadline
Completed applications must be submitted by 31 october 2008.

Obtaining application forms
The Access to Learning Award application form is available for download at:
www.gatesfoundation.org/ATLA.

The form is only available in english and must be completed in english in order to be eligible for review by the advisory committee.

Applications may also be requested by email at:
ATLA@gatesfoundation.org.