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Women in Tech Balkans Summit
The premier Women in Tech Balkans Summit to be held in Dubrovnik, 1st July 2021The Women in Tech Balkans Summit is under the high patronage of Mrs Kolinda Grabar-Kitarovic, the first female president of Croatia. The main goal of this event is to bring together leaders...
Meet World leaders in the Women in Tech 24h World Tour
The second edition of the Women in Tech 24hWorld Tour is being held online on May 26th-27th, 2021 under the theme Digital Equity 4 all. The honorable Kolinda Grabar-Kitarovic, Croatia’s first female President her High Patronage to this Global conference. French...
Women in Tech – Bulgaria Launch
1st of May this year will not be just a symbol of the global labor movements and protection of human social rights, but also a time to celebrate one more chapter launch. The next pin on our global movement map is Bulgaria. Founded in the 7th century, Bulgaria is one...
Meet Pooja Tope-Puranik
How did you become a Woman in Technology? From my bachelor’s degree I was attracted towards technology. I continuously updated my skill set with new edge technologies. I am working as an AI Researcher in healthcare sector. My specialization is in early edge detection...
Meet Flare Namaliu
How did you become a Woman in Technology? First Interest sparked back when I was in highschool. I never owned a computer up until that point but it never crossed my mind that I want to build a career in it. It was shortly after foundation year at University when the...
Our first drone class and access to water
Women in Tech Zambia did a first Drone class for children in a rural area, 2hrs from Lusaka. The highlight however was the brand new access to WATER that was installed in our premises thanks to LIWAI. This water pipe is the first in the village and will benefit the...
TV 1 coverage of The Women in Tech Zambia launch
The Women in Tech Zambia launch is making headlines! ✨ We are pleased to share this extract by TV 1 that shares a glimpse into the speeches of Elizabeth Phiri, Minister of gender, Dr Benson Banda, National Science Centre Director and more. 🙌
Women in Tech United Kingdom Chapter Relaunch ✨
We are pleased to announce we are relaunching the UK chapter on April 22nd at 12:30pm UK time. Get to know our new team, new vision and news goals !!!
BACK TO SCHOOL! FUNDING COMPUTERS & SCHOOLING FOR MIGRANT CHILDREN IN NEW DELHI
Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, schools across the world were forced to close and transition, as best they could, to online education. In the village of Pochanpur, near New Delhi, many children stopped school due to the digital divide: as the households had no computers...
Stop Language Bias Campaign
🌟Unconscious gender bias impacts all of us.🌟 The use of gender biased language seems to be quite common in the workplace, and the biggest issue is the fact that most people are not aware that the language which they are using is even biased! Women can be called...
Meet Shokoufeh Abrishami
How did you become a Woman in Technology? As an 8 year old girl I got inspired to make a positive impact on society while reading an astronomy and science book. By recognized talent and studying hard I obtained my master and PHD in industrial engineering. After that,...
WIT Switzerland chapter launch takeaways
March 25th marked the official kick-off of the WIT Switzerland chapter. We had incredible speakers: Katrin Arnold, Elizabeth Theophille, Alisée de Tonnac and Olivier Bousquet. We were thrilled by your warm welcome, you were more than 250 participants! 🙏🏼 Our panelists...
2nd edition of the Women in Tech 24hr World Tour
This year's 24h World Tour took place on May 26th and 27th. If you missed it, you can watch all the sessions on replay!Opening Welcome to the second edition of our 24HR World Tour!Fireside chat between Lori Rodriguez, Chief Digital Officer Women in Tech and Christine...
Be featured as a WOW – WIT of the Week
BE FEATURED AS A WOW We have a community of such inspiring ladies that we want to have a weekly WOW - Woman in Tech of the Week to share on our platform, website, newsletters and social media. If you want to be featured, please answer the following 4 questions in this...
India Chapter Launch
We're very excited to announce the opening of our Women in Tech® India chapter on April 15th 2021. It will be an online event with different panels discussing:Understanding India's gender parity landscape Imagining India's future with emerging technologies Indian...
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WIT Switzerland launch event
Join the first webinar of WIT Switzerland on March 25th 12:00-13:30 Transforming challenges in Switzerland into opportunities This is what we will discuss with our 4 guest speakers: Elizabeth Theophille, Chief Technology and Transformation Officer, Novartis Katrin...
Zambia Chapter Launch
We are thrilled to inform you the Zambia Chapter Launch Ceremony will take place in Lusaka on March 26th. We are pleased to share the evening’s programme: 17:30 Arrival of guests 18:00 Welcome remarks by the Master of Ceremony 18:05 National anthem 18:10 Opening...
The Women in Technology Global Forum is going 100% digital ❗️
Women in Tech® together with the Sharjah Research Technology Innovation Park are organising on February 23rd and 24th, 2021, this years largest 100% online women in technology conference in the world. The second edition of the Women in Technology Global Forum will...
Women in Technology Global Forum
Join the Decade's First and largest hybrid Women in Technology conference in the World! Enjoy both online and in-person sessions for an augmented human experience, a full global reach and a more engaged community. This new decade will be that of Impact and Action. It...
Get to know your new go-to platform for opportunities!
The Next Evolution of Women in Tech is Here! We have been working hard these past few months to create a new space. A space that acts as a platform for women to share their voice, connect with others, and support our cause on a global scale. Why? Because...
Women in Tech Global Awards Ceremony, December 2nd
The Women in Tech global awards ceremony took place December 2nd at 19h CET (Paris time). This third edition exceptionally took a whole new form as it was a fully virtual experience, broadcasted live. We highlighted the achievements of some of the most relatable yet...
Inspiration from a Fem-Millennial in Tech
If you clicked on this blog post, it’s probably because you are a young woman trying to find her path while starting a professional life in the middle of a pandemic. Well, hello there! It’s very nice to meet you! I am Rita Prota, 22 years old (almost 23!), I am...
“Yes, Women Can!” Women working in Heavy Asset industries
On October, 6th WiT Russia in collaboration with WiT The Netherlands hosted a special Women in Tech event - "Yes, Women Can!" Women working in Heavy Asset industries. Did you know, that in Russia, some professions are forbidden for women? In fact, for example, only...
3rd edition of the Women in Tech Global Awards
We are very happy to announce the third edition of the Women in Tech Global Awards 2020! This edition will have a hybrid format being both a virtual and physical event. Our exclusive awards ceremony will be held in Lisbon on the 2nd of December 2020. There are 7...
WiT Demystifying Data Science Conference 2020
Only about 15% to 22% of today's data science professionals are women. There is an urgent need for women to get skills in this area. Technology, big data, advanced analytics, and AI in particular shape the future, and we need to make sure that this future is diverse...
Fireside Chat – News Goes Remote
Earlier this year, events transpired that have changed the way we work forever. Without warning or preparation, we were thrust into the brave new world of remote working. The Guardian and our colleagues at other media outlets have had to make considerable and...
Landing the Job in Tech
Thinking of a job in Tech? - Listen to Aurélie Krau to find out how to follow your passion for Tech fearlessly! Want to get into the mind of a Recruiter? - Listen to Jacqueline de Werker-Schep to learn how to present yourself best! Both our speakers are true...
Women in Tech partners with MITT Summit to shape a sustainable future
Partnering with MITT Summit to shape a sustainable future We are very proud and excited to partner with the M.E.N.A. Innovation Technology Transfer Summit, happening virtually and in Sharjah on September 22nd, 2020. The Sharjah Research Technology and Innovation Park...
Role Models Masterclass – by Women in Tech Netherlands
New research has revealed the importance of Role Models for girls and women of all ages in STEM. In this 4-part Masterclass series, you will learn from experts and Role Models in the field of Tech, and become a next generation Role Model for women and girls of all...
Decode the “Startup Lifecycle” in one hour.
Women in Tech Israel proudly presents: the Startup Lifecycle Workshop The “Startup Lifecycle” presentation by Ben Wiener, managing partner of Jumpspeed Partners, covers the three stages that every successful startup must go through, with an emphasis on the first stage...
Taking Charge of Your Career!
We teamed up with Bol.com and Hello Mentor for this inspiring "Women in Tech The Netherlands Insights" session! We aim to inspire you by sharing the career journeys of great female and technology leaders and teach you practical tips on how to take charge of your...
Cycle Central – Biohack Your Body & Crack Your Career
Women in Tech Israel proudly presents: the Cycle Central Workshop Cycle Central, led by Yarin Weltsman, is a menstrual awareness workshop which teaches women how to Bio Hack their Bodies & Crack their Careers. In this workshop, Yarin teaches women how to tap into...
Isabelle Mauro joined the Women in Tech Global Advisory Board
We are very happy to announce that Isabelle Mauro is joining our Women in Tech Global Advisory Board. Isabelle Mauro is currently Director, Head Telecommunications & Digital Communications Industry at the World Economic Forum in New York with global accountability...
“Demystifying Data Science” Series. Vol. 2
On July 28th, 2020 Women in Tech Russia hosted the second meetup of the “Demystifying Data Science” series in collaboration with Dell Technologies. The event’s target audience was DS newbies, so all topics were dedicated to junior data scientists and those who plan to...
WIT Russia QA School
After Women in Tech Russia’s “Ways to IT” meetup in February, we collected feedback. One girl said: “It’s really cool that you do these motivational speeches and encourage girls, but I’d be happier if you had shown us how exactly we can acquire new knowledge, and...
Help us make our Women in Tech Platform
We are launching our own Women in Tech platform and a mobile app! 🤗 A home for our community, our events, partner projects, talent market place and network, creating greater access to the programs making real change in our world. This platform will be yet another...
Online Cafe – IT Career Here and Now
On July 15, at the Online Cafe "IT Career Here and Now" organized by Women in Tech Russia, we talked with great speakers about what is happening in the IT labor market now, what is needed to be relevant, and the role of Diversity in these times. Moderator Lidia...
Women in Tech Insight Series: Personal Power Development
Women in Tech Netherlands brought together two amazing women from the region to discuss how performance, empowerment and happiness on July 16! Here below is the replay, in case you missed this interesting session!
Online #IamRemarkable workshop
On the 3rd of July, Women in Tech Russia organized a special event for WIT volunteers - the online #IamRemarkable workshop. It was delivered by Kate Mitusova, #IamRemarkable facilitator, ex-Googler, currently working at Wrike. #IamRemarkable is a Google initiative...
Soft-skill building for Russia’s professional women
Soft Skills are key qualities for professionals in the 21st century. They can help you find a great job, and boost your career. To encourage women to promote themselves, Women in Tech (WiT) Russia and IT company CROC launched the Soft Skills School. “After we hosted...
Women in Tech Insight Series: Personal Power Development
Women in Tech Netherlands bring together two amazing women from the region to discuss performance, empowerment and happiness. 18.00 - 18.15 (CET) Intro by Women in Tech 18.15-19.00 (CET) Frenske van den Dries Creating a high-performance mindset to help you achieve...
Pitch your Project South Africa – Investment competition!
FoundHer, Powered by Plug and Play and partnered with Women in Tech South Africa, is hosting a virtual investment competition on July 30, 2020. South African, Female Founders and CEOs! Submit your project for the chance to pitch in front of a panel of judges at this...
Series Demystifying data science – vol.1 – Women in Tech Russia
On June 30th, 2020 Women in Tech Russia hosted the online meet-up "Demystifying Data Science - Vol.1" in partnership with Dell Technologies. This webinar opened a whole series of events that aim to prove that Data Science is not some kind of magic, but a craft that...
Women in Tech Insights: Working Remotely Before and After the Pandemic
The challenging times we live in caused a lot of businesses to jump into working from home unprepared. Not being able to set the team priorities, find ways to stay productive, and adapt to this new normal can cost a lot. On the other hand, we have companies like...
Women in Tech Insight Series: Remote Working
17:15 CET - Remote Working before and after the pandemicWomen in Tech Macedonia Speakers: Lindsay Kerr, Engineering Manager at GitLab Kristen Williams, Tech Recruiters for Theorem Yuliya Kalede, Tech Lead at Facebook 18:15 CET - How your kids can inspire the way you...
Women in Tech Youth Ambassadors
We are proud to announce the launch of Women in Tech Youth Ambassadors - a group of talented young women from around the world working hard to support, inform and change the landscape of this generation’s women in tech, for the next.Become a Women in Tech Youth...
Exclusive live interview with Danielle Geathers, Massachusetts Institute of Technology
On Tuesday, June 16th, Danielle Geathers will be giving Women in Tech an exclusive live interview at 6pm EST. Twenty year old and rising junior Danielle Geathers, has become the first black woman to hold the office of student body President at the prestigious...
South African Chapter launch
Chapter launch: Collaborating to create a more inclusive Space for Women in Tech in South Africa Chapter leaders:Melissa Slaymaker, Chapter Ambassador @Women in Tech SAHwalani Mabaso, Provincial General Manager @ABSA, SA Chapter boardmemberErika Reeves, Sales...
WomeninTech Peru
¡Acompáñanos en el Lanzamiento Oficial del Capítulo de Women in Tech®️ P E R Ú este Jueves 28 de Mayo a las 4.30pm! En nombre del Movimiento Global Women in Tech®, queremos invitarte a participar en nuestro Primer Evento Global Online Gratuito Women in Tech 24h...