As companies realize the value of recruiting, retaining, and supporting women, they are beginning to make tremendous contributions to pave the way for the next generation of female leaders. Below are just five examples of global Silicon Valley-based organizations that are supporting the pipeline of … [READ MORE...]
Meet the 2013 TechWomen Emerging Leaders
This October, 78 emerging women leaders in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) from 16 countries in Africa and the Middle East will join their counterparts at leading companies in San Francisco and Silicon Valley for a five-week mentorship and exchange program. With October just … [READ MORE...]
Global Techspaces
Africa and the Middle East are buzzing with the sound of collaboration. Hackerspaces, tech hubs, incubators, makerspaces, and accelerators are touting a community and resources to help members shape the future of their businesses—and the world. Whether you want to meet coding partners, design a … [READ MORE...]
Fun Tech Facts from our 16 Participant Countries
As we prepare for the TechWomen to arrive, we are learning more about the STEM ecosystem in each of their home countries. Here are some fun facts about the unique places where TechWomen participants live and work. Algeria: Almost every person owns a cell phone, compared to only 10% of the … [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...]
The Magic of Cultural Exchange
Guest post by Arezoo Miot After a rich and memorable week of professional meetings, I came home and reflected on my time in Jordan with the TechWomen delegation. As a Program Officer for the program, I was honored and fortunate to participate alongside mentors from the United States and … [READ MORE...]
Women in technology—Africa
Divine Ndhlukula, Juliana Rotich and Mariéme Jamme are a few inspirational African women at the forefront of technology and entrepreneurship. They are paving the way for other women in their countries. They are leaders in their communities who are helping initiate change and create greater … [READ MORE...]
