By Joanne Liou, Communications and Impact Specialist Delegations provide access to meet a diverse range of people – from young students, teachers, government officials and business leaders. On Day 3 in Amman, the delegation visited a public school and startup campus to understand technology’s … [READ MORE...]
Day 2 in Jordan: TechWomen entrepreneurs and innovators shape the future
By Samera Edwards, Program Associate From meeting with an ambassador and seeing the success of fellows, to strolling the streets of Amman, it was a full day of inspiration and making connections. Embassy briefing Representatives from the U.S. Embassy and USAID, as well as U.S. … [READ MORE...]
Day 1 in Jordan: TechWomen get a taste of Amman’s history and cuisine
by Joanne Liou, Communications and Impact Specialist TechWomen representing Egypt, Lebanon, Libya, the Palestinian Territories, Tunisia and the U.S. received a warm welcome from Jordanian fellows and natives upon arrival to Amman. Delegation season for the program kicked off on Sunday, February 7 … [READ MORE...]
Inspired despite obstacles and putting (solar) power in the hands of those who need it
Guest post by Eman Abusaada, 2015 Emerging Leader, Palestine Martin Luther King Jr. once said, "The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy." To be a Palestinian woman who lives … [READ MORE...]
TechWomen update: Gallery event, application deadline and delegations trips
At IIE, the office is abuzz with preparation for our photo gallery fundraising event and upcoming delegation trips. Here’s an update from the team in San Francisco. January 21 – TechWomen: Impact through Imagery For the first time, TechWomen is hosting a photo gallery event! TechWomen: Impact … [READ MORE...]
Stones for Goliath: Mercy Sosanya’s Techwomen 2015 experience
Guest post by Mercy Sosanya, 2015 Emerging Leader from Nigeria Being selected as one of 98 women from 19 countries to participate in this life-transforming, paradigm-changing TechWomen program is a major milestone on my journey in professionalism and leadership. Oh, yes, I was excited! … [READ MORE...]
TechWomen spurs inspiration, realization of abilities to make change
Guest post by Sara Benyakhlef, 2015 Emerging Leader from Morocco “Think big. You can do it!” I lived one of the most life-changing and inspiring experiences. This exchange program is a unique program where you can find a mix between cultural richness, professional development and personal … [READ MORE...]
Professional Mentorship as an Accelerator to Career Development
Guest post by Abiola Ilupeju, 2015 Emerging Leader from Nigeria It is no doubt that professional mentorship is an accelerator of career development. Generalizing the TechWomen definition, “a professional mentor is a more experienced professional that helps a mentee grow and thrive in his or her … [READ MORE...]
A Turning Point: How TechWomen and LinkedIn helped shape my next move
Guest post by Afnan Saqr, 2015 Emerging Leader from Jordan “Be the change you wish to see in the world.” Growing up and advancing in my career, I started to think about my ultimate goal, as in, the long term-one. What really matters to me? Where do I see myself next? At that moment, I realized … [READ MORE...]
Announcement: 2016 TechWomen Emerging Leader application now open!
By Edwina Dueñas, Communications Associate The 2016 TechWomen Emerging Leader application is now open! TechWomen will accept applications from women professionals in (science, technology, engineering and math) STEM fields from program countries in Africa, Central Asia and the Middle East … [READ MORE...]
