TechWomen

?The countdown begins!? In just one week, Casablanca, Morocco ???? will host our inaugural ??TechWomen Alumnae Summit, uniting changemakers from 22 countries to reimagine the future of STEM. Announced by U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken in 2022, this summit celebrates over a decade of collaboration, innovation, and leadership. ???? Stay tuned as we spark new ideas and solutions from local to global! Learn more about this groundbreaking event ??bit.ly/TWAlumnaeSummit #TWSummit #TechWomen #ExchangeOurWorld #WomeninSTEM

?? Follow along with fellow Noura Merhabi as she recounts her transformative TechWomen experience. Are you ready to write your own story? ??Apply now through January 7, 2025 at: bit.ly/techwomen2025

“TechWomen empowers me to lead with confidence in the fast-evolving tech landscape.” says 2024 fellow Noura Merhabi from Lebanon. ??? Through professional mentorship, impact coaching, and cultural exchange, Noura and her fellow Emerging Leaders aren’t just advancing their careers—they’re shaping the future of STEM. Watch her story and learn how, together, they’re building sustainable solutions, lifting each other up, and inspiring the next generation of women in STEM. ???? Apply by January 7, 2025 at: bit.ly/techwomen2025 U.S. Department of State Institute of International Education #TechWomen2025 #WomenInSTEM #GlobalLeadership #WomenofImpact

Ready to soar? ?? For the first time in our program history, TechWomen is expanding to Europe. We are seeking bold, brilliant women from #Albania to join our global community in a 5-week transformative journey in STEM mentorship. Apply now through January 7, 2025 for a fully-funded exchange opportunity in the U.S. with women from 21 other countries worldwide. bit.ly/techwomen2025 ??Global connection and collaboration awaits! ?? #TechWomen25 #WomenInSTEM #stemhubalbania #NAWSTEM #SciDev #tiranatech U.S. Department of State Institute of International Education

??Applications for #TechWomen25 are NOW OPEN! ?? Join 100+ global women leaders in Chicago & San Francisco next September & October for 5 weeks of transformative professional development. Apply by ???Jan 7, 2025 & take your place in the TechWomen network.??bit.ly/techwomen2025 #techwomen25 #womenofimpact #emergingleaders #womeninSTEM U.S. Department of State Institute of International Education

More than 100 global ??women in #STEM from our 22 TechWomen program countries will be selected to???? travel to the U.S. in September and October of 2025 for 5 weeks of professional development & impact training with Mentors in Chicago and the San Francisco Bay Area. Will you be among them? ??Albania?? ??Algeria ??Cameroon ??Egypt ??Jordan ??Kazakhstan ??Kenya ??Kyrgyzstan ??Lebanon ??Libya ??Morocco ??Nigeria ??Pakistan ??Palestinian Territories ??Rwanda ??Sierra Leone ??South Africa ??Tajikistan ??Tunisia ??Turkmenistan ??Uzbekistan ??Zimbabwe ??Apply November 12, 2024 through January 7, 2025 at: bit.ly/techwomen2025 ?? #womeninSTEM #techwomen25 #globalimpact #womenwholead #exchangeourworld U.S. Department of State Institute of International Education

?The Power of Teamwork for a Shared Vision? Years ago, we crossed paths in college, never guessing we’d one day pursue the same purpose: changing the narrative for our beloved Sierra Leone one project at a time. Though we’ve taken different routes and approaches, TechWomen brought us together with one mission at heart. Through countless late nights, tight deadlines, and brainstorming sessions, we built something that truly matters: an impact project supporting maternal and child health in Sierra Leone. We will continue partnering with the government, the Ministry of Health and Sanitation, and dedicated stakeholders. We created a proposal titled “Through Accessible Water, Lives are Saved.” Focused on reducing maternal deaths, we spotlighted this urgent issue and secured a seed grant with the U.S. Department of State to make a difference. It will be an “all-hands-on-deck” campaign to raise awareness and save lives. Stay tuned for more updates as we move forward using hashtags. #techwomen24 #AccessibleWater #SaveLives To Lisa Ramirez, the world truly needs more people like you. Your passion, dedication, and mentorship, alongside Haley’s, made us believe this project was achievable, giving us the confidence we needed in times of doubt. And to my new friend Kelly Hoppesch, everyone deserves someone like you in their corner. I am so grateful for our “what’s next” conversations. Your advice and support are game-changers for me. Katie Zee, you are the definition of a superwoman. Your strength and drive set the bar high and inspire everyone around you. Thank you for showing us what’s possible. To Becca Pratt and Kadijatu Kabba —small team, big heart! I couldn’t ask for better collaborators. Together, we’re ready to make a difference. #Beginningofbeginnings #embassy #TechWomen24 #Mentorship #SLUSEmbassy #ChangeMakers #trio #WomenInstem @statedept @exchangeourworld

????Celebrating Techwomen 2024 and looking forward to 2025???? At the close of our D.C. Delegation, a heartfelt Certificate Ceremony marked the end of the 2024 Techwomen program, honoring the transition of our Emerging Leaders to esteemed Fellows. The ceremony opened with inspiring remarks from ECA Program Officer, followed by guidance from Barbara Taylor of the ECA Office of Alumni Affairs and parting words from ECA Chief of Global Leaders Division Dawnjalice Brown. Finally, in the culminating moment of the program, director Katie Zee and program manager Casey Bulen awarded Certificates to the Emerging Leaders and their dedicated Mentors, officially recognizing their achievements of the past five weeks. Thank you to all who made this year’s Techwomen program a success! …. And as one chapter ends another begins. We eagerly look toward our 2025 Program when we welcome Albania into the ranks of our program countries. Applications will open on November 12, 2024 and close January 7, 2025. Who do you know in your program country who would make a wonderful addition to the TechWomen community? Learn about eligibility and keep an eye out for applications at: bit.ly/techwomen2025 #Techwomen24 #GlobalLeadership #WomenInSTEM #Twimpact #TechWomen25

Exploring AI's Impact and Challenges: ?? ?? ?? Partnering with Afiniti, a Washington, D.C.-based organization dedicated to responsible AI, our D.C. Delegation had the opportunity to delve into the profound impact and challenges of artificial intelligence across global economies. Following a fireside discussion mediated by media innovator and founder of Washington AI Network Tammy Haddad featuring Caroline O'Brien, Chief Data Officer at Afiniti, delegates explored the emergence of AI, its implications for daily work and education, and its ethical applications in various fields. We extend our sincere gratitude to Mary Kay Pennington-McGaughey, Lindsay Hua (she/her), and the rest of the Afiniti teammates whose generous time and support made this event a success. #responsibleAI #twimpact #techwomen24

The only way to do great work is to love what you do. – Steve Jobs Excited to share my latest article reflecting on my transformative experience with TechWomen 2024! The program provided invaluable mentorship, inspiring connections, and a collaborative environment that fueled my passion for creating impact through technology. A heartfelt thank you to mentors, peers, and leaders for reshaping my perspective on leadership and innovation. Your support empowers me to drive positive change in my community and beyond. To young girls and women in #Tajikistan and beyond: everything is possible. While programs like TechWomen open doors, it’s your passion, determination, and willingness to embrace challenges that define success. Let's break down barriers and create a more inclusive, equitable digital future for all! Hosai Omarkhil Sarasija Parthasarthy Angela Bibiana Beltran Casey Bulen Katie Zee Sakina Mamadshoeva Sabzina Otambekova Shohina Pochojonova Cora Lam Mohna Dhomse Shagufta Ahmed, PMP, JNCIE-SP Rekha Pai Zaria Qadafi Anzurat Kasimova Zarina Achilova Zevar Bordachyova (Davlatmamadova)