Following an enriching first day learning about Moroccan culture and reconnecting with alumnae, TechWomen spent day two visiting Technopolis (a technology park in Rabat) and the International University of Rabat. Delegates had the chance to learn about the technology sector in Morocco, and partook … [READ MORE...]
Day 2 in Rwanda: TechWomen Discuss Gender Gap in STEM
After an enriching day learning about Rwanda’s history and culture and reconnecting with Emerging Leaders, the TechWomen delegation attended a networking reception at Hôtel des Mille Collines with entrepreneurs and professionals from government, the private sector, and civil society to discuss … [READ MORE...]
TechWomen and TechGirls Reunite in Ramallah
On Friday, January 10, the Consulate General of the United States in Jerusalem hosted a reunion for three generations of TechWomen alumnae (from the 2011, 2012, and 2013 programs) and two generations of TechGirls alumnae (from 2012 and 2013) at Level5 restaurant in Ramallah. Fifteen alumnae from … [READ MORE...]
Our favorite Bay Area ‘Techtivities’
As the global hub of technology and science innovation, the Bay Area has much to offer our international TechWomen Emerging Leaders. As a key component of the TechWomen experience, Cultural Mentors act as ambassadors, expertly guiding the participants through life in the Bay Area and exposing them … [READ MORE...]
Imagine Yourself as a TechWomen Mentor
Guest post by Cecile Thirion “Imagine all the people living for today…imagine all the people sharing all the world...” Does it sound familiar? I'm pretty sure it does. What does this famous song from John Lennon and the TechWomen mentorship program, an initiative of the U.S. Department … [READ MORE...]
Collaborate. Code. Connect.
A collage of experiences in Jordan as told by TechWomen. Against the backdrop of Petra, a wonder of the ancient world, forty-five women from eight countries said their goodbyes last week. The TechWomen delegation concluded with stronger bonds and increased cultural understanding between mentors … [READ MORE...]
Touring Hopper Supercomputer at Berkeley Lab
TechWomen Emerging Leaders were invited to tour the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory on Thursday in order to learn more about the work of the lab and research programs. Specifically, TechWomen visited the National Energy Research Scientific Computing Center (NERSC), where computing is used to … [READ MORE...]
TechWomen Mentor Uses Mobile Payments to Empower Rural Farmers
Menekse Gencer is revolutionizing the way the developing world interacts with money. The 2011 and 2012 TechWomen Mentor is empowering rural farmers by enabling them to process payments through cell phones. Gencer is the Founder of mPay Connect, a San Francisco-based company which seeks to change … [READ MORE...]
Sukaina Al-Nasrawi: Motivated Arab Woman in Technology and 2011 TechWomen Alumna
In the summer of 2011, TechWomen Mentee Sukaina Al Nasrawi passed the worldwide 2010 United Nations (UN) examination for recruitment to the professional category in web design/development. This is a highly competitive process within the UN Secretariat aimed at recruiting young, high-caliber … [READ MORE...]
Women Who Tech Telesummit
May 23rd marked the 4th annual Women Who Tech TeleSummit, featuring panels designed to “break down barriers and showcase the brilliant talents of women who tech.” The Women Who Tech Globally panel was moderated by Author and Trainer Beth Kanter and featured Director of Strategic Partnerships at … [READ MORE...]
