TechWomen Covid-19 Program Information

The TechWomen program takes the health and safety of our Emerging Leaders, mentors and host company partners seriously, and are taking all necessary steps to ensure we can deliver both a safe and successful program. Updated information can be found at the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the U.S. Department of State’s Current Outbreak of Coronavirus Disease webpages.

Beginning in October 2020, TechWomen Facilitators led Emerging Leaders through five weeks of small-group learning modules. Through real-time meetings and immersive discussion, the Professional Interest Groups promoted idea exchange, reflection and professional growth. From November 1 to December 15, TechWomen Impact Coaches and Peer Advisors will virtually guide Emerging Leader country teams through the action planning process, supporting them in identifying a socioeconomic challenge in their communities.

Through a spring 2020 virtual program, IIE will provide opportunities for Emerging Leaders to continue the action plan process, engage in cultural exchange and take part in a professional mentorship with women leaders in STEM from the U.S. As a capstone to the 2020-2021 virtual program, the Year 10 Emerging Leaders will be invited to visit the San Francisco Bay Area for an in-person experience focused on networking and cultural exchange. All activities are subject to change based on health and safety recommendations or restrictions.

For Applicants (Spring 2022)

Information updated February 26, 2021.

The TechWomen program takes the health and safety of our 2022 Emerging Leaders, mentors and host company partners seriously, and are taking all necessary steps to ensure we can deliver both a safe and successful program. Updated information about COVID-19 can be found at the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the U.S. Department of State’s Current Outbreak of Coronavirus Disease webpages. While IIE is planning for an in-person TechWomen 2022, program details are subject to change based off of the latest health regulations, guidelines and best practices.

The TechWomen team will be providing regular updates to all selected Emerging Leaders. For additional questions, contact techwomen[at]iie[dot]org.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Will TechWomen 2022 be in-person?

The TechWomen program takes the health and safety of our 2022 Emerging Leaders, mentors and host company partners seriously, and are taking all necessary steps to ensure we can deliver both a safe and successful in-person program in the San Francisco Bay Area. Program details are subject to change based off of the latest health regulations, guidelines and best practices.

What program elements would change with a virtual TechWomen program?

IIE successfully implemented a 2020-2021 virtual program, adapting the core elements of the TechWomen program — professional mentorship, action planning, cultural exchange and more — into a virtual setting. Please read more about the 2020-2021 virtual program here.

Would TechWomen 2022 be delayed if an in-person program is not possible?

If health guidelines do not allow for an in-person program, the program will be adapted to a virtual setting. Please read more about the 2020-2021 virtual program here.

Where can I find the most up-to-date information on COVID-19 in the United States?

Updated information about COVID-19 can be found at the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the U.S. Department of State’s Current Outbreak of Coronavirus Disease webpages.

For Participants (Emerging Leaders)

Information updated November 16, 2020.

The TechWomen program will continue its virtual program through Spring 2021, where Emerging Leaders will continue the action plan process, engage in cultural exchange and take part in a professional mentorship with TechWomen mentors in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Program timeline overview (subject to change):

October 2020: Emerging Leaders engage with Professional Interest Groups
November 2020-December 2020: Action planning begins
January 2021-February 2021: Pitch training, preparation and pitch deck delivery
March 2021: Professional mentorship (approx. four weeks)
April 2021: Virtual delegation to Washington, D.C.
May 2021-September 2021: Country teams begin implementing their action plan projects (optional)
Date TBD: Visit to San Francisco Bay Area for program capstone focused on learning and cultural exchange
Ongoing throughout the spring program: Virtual cultural events led by members of the TechWomen community

The TechWomen team will be providing regular updates to all Emerging Leaders. For additional questions, contact techwomen[at]iie[dot]org.

For Mentors

Information updated November 16, 2020.

Emerging Leaders will be matched with a Professional Mentor or mentors who can help the Emerging Leaders achieve one or more of her learning objectives. Each pair or small group will be provided with a list of suggested objectives over the course of the professional mentorship period. Professional Mentors will work closely with their Emerging Leaders to curate a professional development experience during the fall capstone in San Francisco. In addition, with the support of their Professional Mentor(s), Emerging Leaders will identify a conference, certificate course or other professional development opportunity to round out her professional development experience.

Mentor timeline overview (subject to change):

October 2020: Emerging Leaders engage with Professional Interest Groups
November 2020-December 2020: Action planning begins
January 2021: Pitch training, preparation and pitch deck delivery
March 2021: Professional mentorship (approx. four weeks)
April 2021: Virtual delegation to Washington, D.C.
Date TBD: Visit to San Francisco Bay Area for program capstone focused on learning and cultural exchange
Ongoing throughout the spring program: Virtual cultural events led by members of the TechWomen community

The TechWomen team will be providing regular updates to all mentors in our community. For additional questions, contact Linda Miles at lmiles[at]iie[dot]org.

For Host Companies

Information updated November 16, 2020.

Through a spring 2020 virtual program, IIE will provide opportunities for Emerging Leaders to continue the action plan process, engage in cultural exchange and take part in a professional mentorship with women leaders in STEM from the U.S. As a capstone to the 2020-2021 virtual program, the Year 10 Emerging Leaders will be invited to visit the San Francisco Bay Area for an in-person program capstone experience focused on networking and cultural exchange. All activities are subject to change based on health and safety recommendations or restrictions.

TechWomen partner companies will “host” all of the Emerging Leaders during the professional development period. As a host, the company will curate keynote speakers from company leadership, provide opportunities for Emerging Leaders to learn more about how these companies drive development and innovate and give Emerging Leaderss access to their employees to ask questions, network, etc. IIE will work closely with the partner companies to produce content relevant to Emerging Leaders’ stated learning objectives and incorporate feedback from a participant survey that will be administered after the conclusion of the fall virtual program.

IIE recognizes that host companies may have new and evolving restrictions, best practices and safety regulations, and the TechWomen team is prepared to work with each company on an individual basis to ensure everyone’s safety and well-being.

Other ways to engage virtually:

Contribute access to an online platform or resource
Connect your Employee Resource Groups to TechWomen Emerging Leaders
Donate event space/resources in your international locations for Emerging Leader activities
…and more. We want to hear your ideas!

For partnership questions, contact Linda Miles at lmiles[at]iie[dot]org.

All other questions can be sent to techwomen[at]iie[dot]org.