Keep coding, creating and conquering!💫💙 #womenintech #STEAM #TechTuesday #innovation

🌟 We're thrilled to announce that our upcoming Women in Tech®Egypt Chapter launch under the auspices of the Embassy of France in Egypt. 📅 Date: 14th Jan,2025 ⏰ Time : 6:00 PM 📍 Location : French Embassy in Cairo 🤝 This cooperation reflects a shared commitment to empowering women in technology and fostering innovation on a global scale. 💙 We are glad to connect with peers, celebrate progress and engage in meaningful conversation. Stay tuned for more updates... #womenintech #chapterlaunch #womeninsteam

WOMEN IN TECH ® Global is thrilled to announce its first Africa Summit in Nairobi Kenya, on the 12th of March, celebrating International Women's Day - in association with Absa Group. Theme: "Innovate for Impact: Creating a Sustainable Future Through Tech" This theme highlights the power of technology to drive positive change while championing ESG principles, Sustainability and the UN's SDG's.💫 Together, we’ll explore how women can lead transformative action toward a sustainable future. Be Part of the Change! #AccelerateAction Get your tickets here: Want to Speak or Sponsor? Reach out to melissa@women-in-tech.org to join this impactful journey. Let’s come together to celebrate innovation, empowerment, and progress! #womenintech #innovation #sustainability #IWD2025 #KenyaSummit #Acceleration

No organisation embodies the vision of connecting people quite like Women in Tech® Global.✨💫 Would you like to connect with like-minded individuals? You definitely don't want to miss our 4th Annual Global Summit in Osaka Japan, 23-25 April!🚀 The three-day program will feature: 🎤 80 expert speakers from around the world 🚀 Cutting-edge discussions on AI, cybersecurity, sustainability, leadership, and space technology 🎟 Exclusive access to the Osaka World Expo 🌟 A prestigious gala dinner and awards ceremony 🔥 Registrations are still open.🔥 #WITGS25 #womenintech #tech4good #osakajapan

We hope you have shared your brilliance with the world today!✨💫💙 #womenintech #STEAM #brilliance #innovation

This past year, 2024, has been a testament to the endless possibilities that arise when women unite to create, innovate, and inspire. Through Women in Tech® Global, we’ve expanded our reach with new chapters across the globe, touched countless lives of women and girls in STEAM, and most importantly, fostered an unbreakable bond of sisterhood that empowers us all.💪 💙 As we close this remarkable chapter and step into 2025, we carry forward the energy, passion, and resilience that define us. Here’s to another year of breaking barriers, lifting each other up, and creating a brighter future together. ✨ Wishing everyone in the Women in Tech® Global community a prosperous and inspiring 2025!🎉 #womenintech #STEAM #HappyNewYear2025

Inspiring the Next Generation: Women Making Waves in Technology

We hope you haven't forgotten to join us for the 4th Annual Women in Tech® Global Summit in Osaka, Japan! 🌸✨ Osaka, renowned for its vibrant street food, historic castles, and cutting-edge innovation, sets the perfect stage to celebrate women shaping the future of tech. You definitely don't want to miss this one!🚀 The three-day program will feature: 🎤 80 expert speakers from around the world 🚀 Cutting-edge discussions on AI, cybersecurity, sustainability, leadership, and space technology 🎟 Exclusive access to the Osaka World Expo 🌟 A prestigious gala dinner and awards ceremony 🔥 Registrations are now open, with EARLY BIRD Tickets available until the end of the month.🔥 #WITGS25 #womenintech #tech4good #osakajapan

🌟 Exciting News! 🌟 We are thrilled to announce the official launch of our Ghana Chapter! As part of our commitment to empowering women and girls, our long-term vision is to impact 5 million girls and women by 2030. The launch of this chapter marks an important milestone in our journey, creating more opportunities, building networks, and inspiring the next generation of women leaders in technology. This is just the beginning! Together, we will continue to break barriers, foster innovation, and ensure that women and girls in Ghana—and beyond—have the tools, resources, and support to succeed. Stay tuned for exciting events and initiatives coming your way. Let's make this vision a reality, one step at a time! 💪✨

Japan here we come!!! 5 months to go until we hold our Women in Tech ® Global Summit in Osaka, as a cornerstone event of the Expo 2025.🤩🔥 The Women in Tech® Global Summit 2025 is set to be the foremost global event on women in technology and innovation, bringing together 650 high-profile delegates from over 90 countries, including more than 60 international delegations. The three-day program will feature: 🎤 80 expert speakers from around the world 🚀 Cutting-edge discussions on AI, cybersecurity, sustainability, leadership, and space technology 🎟 Exclusive access to the Osaka World Expo 🌟 A prestigious gala dinner and awards ceremony The summit will take place at the Grand Prince Osaka Bay Hotel and dedicated event spaces within the Osaka World Expo, providing attendees with a world-class experience and unparalleled opportunities for learning, networking, and collaboration. 🔥 Registrations are now open, with VERY EARLY BIRD Tickets available until the end of the month.🔥 Who's joining us? 😃

We want to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude to Said Elouardi, founder and CEO of Way TV, whose remarkable talent is rivaled only by his immense heart and authentic generosity. 🙏 Our Women in Tech ® Global Awards was the perfect occasion to celebrate the success and impact of our film awareness campaign "Beyond Ceilings," produced by WAY TV for Women In Tech ® Global. The campaign aims to raise awareness about these "glass ceiling" barriers and inspire collective action to dismantle them. The film has reached millions, being showcased on national TV, display screens, and even at the iconic Shibuya Crossing in Tokyo. Additionally, it was presented at the Marché du Film - Festival de Cannes, further amplifying its global reach. We are proud to announce that "Beyond Ceilings" has won the prestigious LIA - London International Awards, recognizing its powerful message and creative execution. A heartfelt thank you and congratulations to the entire team who made this possible: ● Creative agency: Way TV ● Production company: COLOSSALE ● Executive Creative Director: Ugo Martinez ● Executive Producer: Vlad Cojocaru ● Director: Maïlis . ● DOP: Albert Salas ● Producers: Shota Alania & Sandro Alania ● Music: Ali Helnwein ● Editor: Nick Yumul + Graham Chisholm ● Colour Grade: julien alary ● VFX: Feather ● Production Designer: Polina Rudchik #WITGA24 #womenintech #womeninstem

Congratulations to the winner of the 7th Annual Women in Tech® Global Awards Lifetime Achievement Award powered by Absa Group, Sasha Bezuhanova🏆 . The most prestigious category, recognizing a woman’s lifelong dedication to the tech industry. This award highlights her achievements, influence, and long-term impact on the field, celebrating a career of sustained excellence and leadership in technology. Sasha Bezuhanova is a senior executive, angel investor, and philanthropist with over 20 years of experience in the tech industry. She held leadership roles at Hewlett-Packard (HP), where she contributed to positioning Bulgaria as a significant hub for ICT. In 2013, she transitioned from her corporate career to focus on supporting women’s entrepreneurship and sustainable business development in Bulgaria. She founded MOVE. BG, a think tank that provides research, support, and resources to entrepreneurs, particularly women, working on socially and environmentally responsible ventures. In 2020, Sasha joined the European Innovation Council’s investment committee, where she helps oversee a $2 billion investment program for European tech startups. Her efforts in fostering innovation, civic engagement, and collaboration have had a long-term impact on both the tech industry and social development in Europe. Through her work, she has contributed to the growth of entrepreneurial ecosystems and the empowerment of women in tech. #WITGA24 #womenintech #womeninstem

Congratulations to the winner of the 7th Annual Women in Tech® Global Awards The Global Leadership Award, Varuna Bangaleea🏆. This award honors a woman who has demonstrated exceptional leadership on a global scale in the technology sector. The recipient has made significant contributions to advancing the role of women in tech worldwide, inspiring and empowering others across cultures and borders. She exhibits visionary thinking, strategic influence, and a commitment to fostering diversity and inclusion in the international tech community. This leader’s impact extends beyond her organization, shaping industry trends and driving positive change on a global level. Varuna Bangaleea, CEO of nVisionIT, is a seasoned IT executive with over 20 years of experience, recognized for her leadership in technology and dedication to social impact. Under her guidance, nVisionIT has achieved industry distinction, earning awards such as the Microsoft Community Response Partner of the Year 2023 and the MEA Excellence Award in Software Engineering. Her approach to leadership combines technical expertise with a commitment to fostering innovation and inclusion in tech. Bangaleea has driven transformative projects addressing societal challenges, including the LESPWAR Mobile Application, designed to combat gender-based violence by providing emergency alerts to authorities. This initiative has had a measurable impact on gender-based violence statistics in Mauritius. She has also led the development of critical applications like the Sekirite Mobile Application for elderly support and a Personal Emergency Rapid Response Solution to enhance public safety. Her work in advancing e-government solutions in Mauritius includes initiatives such as the MAUPASS National Authentication Framework and the Electronic Queue Management System (EQMS), improving access to government services and administrative efficiency. Additionally, she has overseen significant technology solutions across sectors, such as an enterprise stock management system for Standard Bank Group, which serves over 250 branches across Africa. Committed to diversity, Bangaleea mentors women in tech and actively participates in industry events, promoting knowledge sharing and a more inclusive technology ecosystem. #WITGA24 #womenintech #womeninstem

Congratulations to the winner of the 7th Annual Women in Tech® Global Awards Tech Diplomacy Award, Audrey Plonk🏆. This award recognizes a woman who excels in connecting technology with international relations. The recipient demonstrates exceptional skill in fostering global cooperation and partnerships in the tech sector. She has made notable contributions to addressing worldwide challenges through technology, enhancing digital collaboration, or advancing tech policies internationally. This individual embodies tech diplomacy, effectively navigating complex global issues to drive positive change through technological innovation. Audrey Plonk currently serves as one of the Deputy Directors of the Directorate for Science, Technology, and Innovation (STI) at the OECD, where she oversees a wide range of digital policy areas. These include data governance, artificial intelligence, and online security, as well as connectivity infrastructure. Her work focuses on advancing evidence-based policy analysis and fostering international collaboration on digital transformation. From 2019 to 2023, Ms. Plonk was Head of STI’s Digital Economy Policy Division. She played a key role in leading two OECD committees and six working parties, notably organizing the 2022 Ministerial meeting and launching the Global Forum on Technology. She also contributed to the development of the OECD’s Declaration on Government Access to Personal Data Held by Private Sector Entities. Before joining the OECD, Ms. Plonk worked for more than a decade at Intel Corporation, where she led global teams in areas like AI, autonomous driving, and cybersecurity policy. She specialized in China cyber policy and advised Intel’s business units on their strategic approach in the region. Ms. Plonk holds a Bachelor's Degree in International Affairs from George Washington University. #WITGA24 #womenintech #womeninstem

Congratulations to the winner of the 7th Annual Women in Tech® Global Awards Greentech Startup Award powered by HelioRec | BCorp, Tonya Hicks 🏆. We celebrate women-led startups focused on environmental sustainability and green technology. This award highlights innovative solutions that tackle environmental challenges, promote sustainable practices, and contribute to a greener future. Tonya L. Hicks is the President and CEO of Power Solutions, Inc. (PSI), a company she founded in 2000 that focuses on green technology and renewable energy. With a background in mathematics and computer science, Tonya became the first African American woman to earn the title of journeyman wireman in Mississippi's Local 917 of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW). Under her leadership, PSI has developed expertise in renewable energy projects and smart city technology, contributing to sustainable practices in the electrical contracting industry. In 2022, Tonya founded shEV, a company that manufactures electric vehicle (EV) chargers with a focus on safer charging locations for women, the elderly, and disabled individuals. This initiative supports the broader adoption of EVs and promotes inclusivity in the transition to cleaner transportation. Tonya has been recognized for her work internationally, including features in Forbes Japan and The New York Times. She is a Sustainability Ambassador for the City of Atlanta and a member of the Leadership Atlanta Class of 2022. Her contributions to green technology have earned her accolades such as the Minority Contractor of the Year by the National Association of Minority Contractors and recognition as one of the Top 100 Women in Construction in 2023. #WITGA24 #womenintech #womeninstem

Congratulations to the winner of the 7th Annual Women in Tech® Global Awards Most Disruptive Award powered by Amazon, Momoko Fukunaga 🏆. This award recognizes a woman who has made a significant impact in the technology sector through groundbreaking innovation. The recipient has introduced revolutionary ideas, products, or services that challenge the status quo and drive positive change in the industry. This individual demonstrates exceptional creativity, risk-taking, and leadership in pushing boundaries and reshaping the technological landscape. Momoko Fukunaga is a trailblazing figure in aerospace engineering, known for her work in deployable space structures and the founding of cosmobloom Inc. Her journey began with a fascination for space, leading her to work in satellite development and self-deployable structures. As a student, Momoko made significant strides with the SPROUT satellite project and self-deployable structures, earning numerous awards and accolades for her research. After gaining practical experience in manufacturing at a Japanese game company, she founded cosmobloom Inc. in 2023 to translate her research into commercial applications. Under her leadership, the company secured a contract with JAXA and raised 40 million yen in funding within its first year. Momoko’s vision extends to developing the world’s first space membrane antennas and advancing space solar power systems. #WITGA24 #womenintech #womeninstem

Congratulations to the winner of the 7th Annual Women in Tech® Global Awards Women in Web3 Award powered by The Sandbox , Helo Passos 🏆 . We Acknowledge women making notable contributions to Web3 technologies, such as blockchain, decentralized applications, and cryptocurrency. This award celebrates leadership and innovation in the rapidly evolving field of decentralized technologies. Heloisa Passos is a prominent figure in the Brazilian blockchain and Web3 sector, recognized for her contributions to financial inclusion and the development of decentralized technologies. She holds a degree in animation design and a postgraduate degree in Management in Creative Economy, with 12 years of experience in the creative and new economies markets. Her work spans projects for major companies like Disney, Honda, and Dreamworks. In 2020, Heloisa founded the largest blockchain gaming community in Latin America, which now has 35,000 members. This community has been instrumental in helping various groups in Brazil, including Uber and taxi drivers, single mothers, people with autoimmune diseases, and favela residents, to gain financial access through Web3 technologies. Her efforts in this space highlight her focus on using decentralized technology to address real-world challenges. Heloisa’s entrepreneurial journey includes the successful sale of her first crypto startup in 2022. Following this, she founded Trexx, a company that operates at the intersection of blockchain technology, finance, and gaming, with a mission to expand financial access. Trexx has been recognized by several prestigious programs, including Endeavor’s Scale-Up, Fenasbac’s Next program with Mercado Bitcoin, and DLT Talents. Additionally, Trexx has won six awards in international competitions, demonstrating its impact and innovation in the blockchain space. Her achievements include partnerships with major companies like Immutable X, Fireblocks, Mercado Bitcoin, and Ripio Ventures. Recently, Trexx generated over $60,000 in revenue, further solidifying its role in the Web3 ecosystem. Heloisa's recognition as one of Forbes 30 Under 30 and one of the top 10 most influential people in crypto in Brazil underscores her significant contributions to the industry. Her work not only advances technology but also empowers communities by providing financial opportunities and inspiring the next generation of women in tech. #WITGA24 #womenintech #womeninstem

Congratulations to the winner of the 7th Annual Women in Tech® Global Awards The Most Impactful Initiative Award powered by Pluxee ,IT FOR GIRLS, NTT DATA, Inc. , Marilia Lopes da Silva 🏆 , Recognizes programs or initiatives that significantly promote diversity and inclusion in tech. This category focuses on measurable impacts, sustainable change, and initiatives that empower women and underrepresented groups in the tech industry. Marilia Silva leads the IT For Girls program at NTT DATA, Inc. Brazil, an initiative aimed at addressing the gender gap in the technology sector. Launched in response to the talent shortage and gender inequality in tech, the program aligns with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals, focusing on quality education, gender equality, and economic growth. The IT For Girls program provides free training and key tech certifications to women, helping them pursue careers in fields such as cybersecurity, software development, and cloud computing. The program features collective mentoring sessions led by female tech experts from NTT DATA, who volunteer their time to share knowledge and guide participants in navigating the tech industry. Participants also have access to free certifications from partners like Oracle, Cisco NET Acad, and Hackone. Since its inception, the program has seen substantial growth, with over 2,000 women registering in its first year (2022) and more than 3,800 in 2023. Across these editions, 250 certifications were offered, and over 1,000 women participated in each mentoring session. The program has successfully helped 20 former participants secure full-time junior roles or internships at NTT DATA. The program's success is attributed to strategic collaborations with vendors and NGOs, which have expanded its reach and impact. Marilia's leadership has been recognized globally, with IT For Girls receiving the NTT DATA AWARD and the Outstanding Achievement accolade at the 2023 NTT Group Sustainability Awards in Japan. In 2024, the program anticipates around 5,000 registrations, with plans to offer 330 certifications in cutting-edge fields. #WITGA24 #womenintech #womeninstem