It has been another exciting week for the Emerging Leaders of #techwomen18, each getting a unique opportunity to dive deeper into their mentorship experience. They have learned coding in the office, installed solar panels in the field and sat down for tea with Silicon Valley tech leaders; they've … [READ MORE...]
TechWomen week two: the power of mentorship
During week one, Emerging Leaders were introduced to the 2018 TechWomen program, setting the stage for five weeks of cultural exchange, professional development and personal growth. Although they had already met many Cultural Mentors, Professional Mentors and Impact Coaches, week two was an … [READ MORE...]
TechWomen week one: introduction, ideation and innovation
“There are many kinds of leaders. Which leader will you be?” – Eileen Brewer, Symantec It has been a whirlwind week for TechWomen as we welcomed almost 100 women, kicking off a week of programming that took Emerging Leaders all over the Bay Area. Last Monday morning, the 2018 cohort came together … [READ MORE...]
#techwomen18 begins!
TechWomen 2018 has officially begun, as this year's Emerging Leaders from 20 countries throughout Africa, Central and South Asia, and the Middle East arrived in San Francisco on Sunday. The TechWomen team welcomed Emerging Leaders at the airport and their housing locations, getting them oriented … [READ MORE...]
Tech for good: changing society through design
Guest post by Safaa Boubia, 2018 Emerging Leader of Morocco Editor’s note: Safaa Boubia's guest post is part of a new series, Emerging Leader Voices, which invites TechWomen Emerging Leaders to share their voice, perspective and experiences with the TechWomen community. How it started Ten … [READ MORE...]
She for Tech: addressing gender disparity in science, technology and innovation
Guest post by Saima Shabbir and Zainab Saleem, 2017 fellows of Pakistan Editor’s note: The 2017 fellows of Pakistan were one of five country cohorts to receive a $3,000 seed grant to support the implementation of their action plan that was developed during the 2017 TechWomen program. In addition … [READ MORE...]
Embracing challenges, taking opportunities
Guest post by Dr. Tozama Qwebani-Ogunleye, 2018 Emerging Leader of South Africa Editor’s note: Dr. Tozama Qwebani-Ogunleye’s guest post is the first in a new series, Emerging Leader Voices, which invites TechWomen Emerging Leaders to share their voice, perspective and experiences with the … [READ MORE...]
KasiMaths: Multiplying the results
Guest post by Emily Pather, 2017 fellow of South Africa Editor’s note: The 2017 fellows of South Africa were one of five country cohorts to receive a $3,000 seed grant to support the implementation of their action plan that was developed during the 2017 TechWomen program. In addition to … [READ MORE...]
Ozwah: providing education and opportunity to Jordanian orphans
Guest post by Ala'a Karss, Dhelal Shorman, Aseel Al Musa, Hiba Shabrouq and Nour Altobasi, 2017 fellows of Jordan Editor’s note: The 2017 fellows of Jordan were one of five country cohorts to receive a $3,000 seed grant to support the implementation of their action plan that was developed during … [READ MORE...]
Able Too: Every child deserves quality education
Guest post by Meyo Zongo and Patu Ndango Fen, 2017 fellows of Cameroon Editor’s note: The 2017 fellows of Cameroon were one of five country cohorts to receive a $3,000 seed grant to support the implementation of their action plan that was developed during the 2017 TechWomen program. In addition … [READ MORE...]
