In the beginning of #techwomen19 as Emerging Leaders gathered for the first action plan meeting, country teams were asked a question: If you could solve any challenge in your country, what would it be? The action planning process – beginning with brainstorming, moving through iteration and … [READ MORE...]
TechWomen give back: Volunteer Day 2019
This Saturday, Emerging Leaders (ELs) volunteered at one of five non-profits and initiatives throughout San Francisco Bay Area, giving back to the local community and learning more about Bay Area life and culture. They participated in a range of volunteer experiences, from gardening to working with … [READ MORE...]
TechWomen week 3: an in-depth look at mentorship
It's hard to believe this is the final week of mentorship for TechWomen 2019 Emerging Leaders (ELs) in the San Francisco Bay Area. After sitting down for coffee with tech executives, attending conferences on emerging technologies and pitching their ideas to social impact leaders, ELs are reflecting … [READ MORE...]
TechWomen week 2: the exponential power of mentorship
During their busy first week of TechWomen 2019, Emerging Leaders (ELs) had the opportunity to meet the mentors who would be supporting them over the next five weeks. At the Cultural Kickoff, ELs had the chance to speak in-person with their mentors for the first time; at Action Plan Workshop 1, they … [READ MORE...]
TechWomen week 1: 106 women, stronger together
It has been an incredible week for TechWomen! In just seven days, Emerging Leaders (ELs) developed their leadership skills at Salesforce, celebrated 21 cultures at Airbnb, laid the groundwork for their social impact projects at Synopsys, learned about innovation at Autodesk and much more. Despite … [READ MORE...]
Defying expectations: my journey in STEM
Guest post by Zani Gichuki, 2019 Emerging Leader of Kenya Editor’s note: Zani Gichuki’s guest post is part of our series, Emerging Leader Voices, which invites TechWomen Emerging Leaders to share their voice, perspective and experiences with the TechWomen community. At the age of 14, I was … [READ MORE...]
Arriving at my dream
Guest post by Sitora Salaeva, 2019 Emerging Leader of Uzbekistan Editor’s note: Sitora Salaeva's guest post is part of our series, Emerging Leader Voices, which invites TechWomen Emerging Leaders to share their voice, perspective and experiences with the TechWomen community. To have a … [READ MORE...]
Infographic: Meet the TechWomen 2019 Mentors
In just a few weeks, TechWomen will welcome its largest cohort of 108 Emerging Leaders (ELs) to the San Francisco Bay Area for five weeks of professional mentorship, cultural exchange and impact planning. ELs are supported by a community of Professional Mentors, Cultural Mentors and Impact Coaches … [READ MORE...]
Paying it forward: TechWomen impact in Kenya
Guest post by Umikaltuma Ibrahim, Sandra Kambo, Serah Kahiu and Adah Waseka, 2014 TechWomen fellows of Kenya. Our journey began with our selection for the TechWomen program in 2014. The experience was life-changing. We were exposed to a wealth of ideas and resources through the TechWomen … [READ MORE...]
Out of a waste crisis, an opportunity for innovation
Guest post by Ryme Assaad, Mel Azzi, Stephanie Bassil and Farah Shouman, 2018 fellows of Lebanon Editor’s note: The 2018 fellows of Lebanon 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 2018 … [READ MORE...]
