Women in STEM Leaders Org.

A platform that promotes women's advancement in STEM.

We work with communities, the private sector, development agencies, governments, learning institutions, professional associations, and investment partners.

ABOUT
The Women in STEM Leaders Network (WomSTEM) was founded by women in STEM in the UN Ecosystem and, research Institutions, civil society and private sector, coming together to make a change, and has grown into an organization that has representation across all sectors.

You can join the network or partner with us as an organization to increase women's STEM Impact and knowledge sharing across Africa and the world, grow your audience, or aid communities to have increased access to future driven insights, ground breaking information, acceleration labs and professional services.

WomSTEM hosts some of the most amazing, accomplished and impactful women in STEM leadership.



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Research

Grant Research, Consultancy Research and Contract Research on salient issues affecting Women in STEM. We partner with civil society, the private sector, international organizations, development agencies, governments, academia, professional associations, and investment partners.

OUTREACH

Connect with your demographic women audience via our outreach service in order to achieve mutual objectives.

PROJECT MANAGEMENT

We utilise time tested processes, methods, skills, knowledge and experience to achieve specific project objectives. Engage with our impact driven professionals and experts.

LEARNING

Upskilling and reskilling through technical and non technical learning.

Women in Health Sciences

Women in Technology

Women in Engineering

Women in Agriculture and Biosystems

Women for Climate & Energy

Women in STEM Academia

Women in Tech Policy & Governance

Women in GIS

Geographical Information Systems. Geomatics. Geo spatial systems.

Women in Education Technology

Combining the use of computer hardware, software, and educational theory and practice to facilitate learning.

University Chapters

Get in touch to get linked to our university affiliates across the world

Connecting the World

FEM-HUB

Fem-Hub is our centre of excellence for women’s STEM innovations in business or social enterprise. It emphasizes a strong focus on sustainability, and ultimately enables entrepreneurship that is impact driven.

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Women in AI Innovation for Africa

Women in AI Innovation for Africa aims at 1. Catalyzing AI Professional Careers. 2. Startup Acceleration. 3. Mentoring Girls & Young Women.

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AMBASSADORS

To join the Women in STEM Leaders Ambassadors, email your CV and Linkedin link to admin@womeninstemleaders.org

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AI & STEM Partnerships HUB

Key ecosystem partner: Connecting you to world class support services and meaningful engagement: Solutions. Acceleration. Investor Readiness. Funding. Training and capacity building. Coaching and Mentorship.

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UNESCO Emerging Technologies

Key Partner: Communications, Technology and Development. AI Biannual Symposium www.colloqueia.comtecdev.com

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Internet Society Foundation

Learning Partner: To succeed as leaders in Internet technology, policy, and business, the next generation of Internet leaders needs a wide range of skills in various disciplines.

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UNEP

Learning Partner: Digital4Sustainability This Learning Path explores the transformational role digital solutions and innovations can play in advancing environmental and social sustainability.

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CGIAR

Knowledge Partner: CGIAR is the world’s largest global agricultural innovation network. It provides evidence to policy makers, innovation to partners, and new tools to harness the economic, environmental and nutritional power of agriculture.

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STARTUP LAB

Supporting and growing startups is not only good for employment, it's good for the economy. The lab supports both women led startups and startups geared at improving the conditions and livelihoods of women.

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AFRICA CODE WEEK/GIRL CODE CHALLENGE

Girl Code Challenge builds on the skills acquired during the Africa Code Week, which has introduced over 10 million young learners in Africa to coding, 50% of these being girls.

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IEEE Women in Engineering

Eco-system Partner

Launch of FEM-HUB Mashinani 
Women in peri-urban and rural areas should not be left out of innovation ecosystems. They are right at the centre of where most problems and challenges persist, giving them first hand experience and a bottom up approach to problem solving.

The WomSTEM Innovation and Entrepreneurship Agency has launched FEM-HUB Mashinani to address the issue.

Using an easily scalable model, Fem-Hub Mashinani sets up programs for mentorship and upskilling in partnership with local innovators. The focus is to uplift women in marginalized societies, and enable them to improve their livelihoods and create jobs.

[Fem-Hub is a centre of excellence for women innovations in business or social enterprise. It emphasizes a strong focus on sustainability, and ultimately enables entrepreneurship that is impact driven.]
  •  12/04/2025 09:00 - 26/04/2025 16:00

Women Techmakers (WTM) and Women in STEM Leaders Network (WomSTEM) present: International Women's Day Celebration ● Collaborators: Flutter Women Devs. Google Be Internet Awesome. Google CS First ● IEEE Women in Engineering ● Date: April, 12th - 26th ● Venue: Both Online and Physical ● Theme: REDEFINE POSSIBLE! ● Topic: Internet Safety for Girls and Women as Mentors in the Age of AI

  • $20
  •  23/02/2025 12:00 - 23/02/2025 16:00
  •   United Nations Crescent, Nairobi, Kenya

PRESENTED BY MOMBASA MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS GROUP ✅ Impact of Peri Menopause and Menopause on Mental Health • Let's talk about the symptoms and challenges of Peri Menopause and Menopause • Get insights of their effects on mental health and well being • Explore strategies to manage symptoms effectively • Foster a supportive network.

  •  18/02/2025 19:30
  • Online Event

PRESENTED IN COLLABORATION WITH IEEE UoN WOMEN IN ENGINEERING ✅️ Join us for an inspiring session on how women can break into and thrive in cutting-edge fields like AI, IoT, Robotics, and Big Data. 💡 Discover career paths 💡 Connect with industry leaders 💡 Gain insights on skills & opportunities Don't miss this chance to empower your future in tech!

  •  16/02/2025 10:00
  • Online Event

Building the capacity of women in small businesses to embrace e-commerce for scale and innovation.

  •  29/11/2024 16:00
  •   Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Stakeholders Meeting for the most influential gathering of Women in STEM Leadership in Africa.

  •  26/11/2024 08:00 - 28/11/2024 17:00
  •   Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

The Women in STEM Leaders Network is joining forces and contributing to key discussions around STEM. Building on the African Union's 2024 theme, "Educate an African fit for the 21st Century", UNESCO and the African Union Commission (AUC) with key continental organizations, are co-organizing a three-day conference to forge a continent-wide strategic partnership to build a transformative science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) ecosystem. This comprehensive approach, coupled with strong collaboration among stakeholders, aims to position Africa as an equal player in the future of STEM education, innovation, entrepreneurship and diplomacy.

  •  25/11/2024 09:15 - 30/11/2024 16:15
  •   Kiambu County, Kenya

Training of Lead Trainers: Experience AI is an innovative educational program designed to provide cutting-edge resources on artificial intelligence and machine learning to teachers and students aged 11–14. This program, a collaborative effort between the Raspberry Pi Foundation, Women TechMakers and Google DeepMind, empowers educators and young learners with the tools and knowledge needed to navigate the exciting and fast-moving field of AI.

  •  26/09/2024 17:00
  • Online Event

The Internet Society Foundation is offering a fully sponsored Virtual Bespoke Training for Women in STEM, September 2024 Cohort. Read more about the program and reserve your place.

  •  05/09/2024 14:00
  • Online Event

Impact entrepreneurship skills are crucial for women in STEM as they empower them to create and lead innovative ventures, fostering economic growth and job creation while addressing social and environmental issues. The event will feature seasoned women leaders who will share their knowledge with women in STEM to inspire them to pursue entrepreneurial paths - ultimately contributing to a more equitable and sustainable future.

  •  08/05/2024 17:00
  • Online Event

Join us tomorrow, *Wednesday 8th May at 5pm EAT* on the sidelines of the UN Civil Society Conference as we discuss *“Multilateral Action to Advancing Climate Smart Technologies”* organized by IEEE Young Professionals Climate and Sustainability Taskforce. We will delve into the pivotal role of technology in achieving environmental SDG indicators and how to accelerate this technology adoption, aligning with the vision outlined in the Global Digital Compact that will be launched at the Summit of the Future. Our speakers will include: * Joseph Nguthiru - Obama leader and top 40 under 40 Africa, * Ida Ng’a’ng’a - Senior Advisor UNESCO Emerging Technologies and President of Women in STEM Leaders Network * Mohamed Abdelraouf - Co-chair of the Science and Technology Major Group and Stakeholders to UNEP. Register on the link and please install *webex* beforehand:

  •  25/04/2024 09:30
  • Online Event

Join us for an enlightening exploration of women's leadership in the realm of STEM! Enjoy the vibrant program featuring captivating discussions, insightful panels, and empowering stories. ZERO COST. Register on the buy now link.

  •  09/02/2024 10:00
  •   Mount Nelson Hotel, Gardens, Cape Town, South Africa

***Women in STEM Leaders Forum, December Wellness Day Sunday Dec 17 Womstem sub group taking the lead: Women in Agriculture and BioSystems Women in Health Sciences (food & nutrition arm) Womstem sub groups that will be represented: Women in Science, Women in Tech, Women in Engineering, Women in STEM Education All women are welcome to unwind, improve productivity, gain knowledge, and widen their networks. Topics: Emotional Intelligence Inclusivity ***Women in STEM Leaders Forum, Friday, February 9th Follow up to Wellness Day Cost $100

  •  06/02/2024 10:00
  • Online Event

Collaboration with Columbia University Global Centres, UNESCO, and Society of Women Engineers.

  •  02/12/2023 18:00
  •   Bahir Dar, Ethiopia

Join us as we end the year with pomp and celebration.

  •  19/10/2023 16:00
  • Online Event

Financial Investment and Planning for Women in STEM

  •  18/08/2023 20:00
  •   Watamu, Kenya

The Nexus of music, art and technology 🎊

  • $10
  •  11/10/2022 14:00
  •   Mahiga Mairu Ave, Nairobi, Kenya

International Day of the Girl *Venue:* Columbia Global Centers, Nairobi. 8th Floor, Wing A, Westcom Point, Mahiga Mairu Ave, Off Waiyaki Way, Westlands. *Date:* Tuesday, 11th October, 2022 *Time:* 2pm to 5pm

TechWomen Fully Sponsored Fellowship to the US

The 2025 TechWomen application is now open and will close on January 7, 2025 at 9:00AM PST (GMT-08:00). Applicants will be notified of the status of their application (non-select or semi-finalist) no later than April 30, 2025. Final decisions will be made no later than May 31, 2025. All applicants will be notified of the results of their application. See more details.

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Carbon Markets A Key Tool in the Fight Against Climate Change

Despite lingering doubts, the carbon market is experiencing continuous growth. With the ambitious target of reducing carbon dioxide levels by 43% by 2030 becoming increasingly challenging, the sale of carbon credits has become a lifeline for many industries, including electric vehicle manufacturers and renewable cooking appliance producers.

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The Race for the next AU Chairperson and Persistent Gender Inequalities

Africa is home to countless qualified and competent women, who have made significant contributions to our continent's progress. The absence of a female candidate in the final four is a stark reminder, of the persistent gender inequalities that continue to plague our societies.

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Navigating Nairobi’s Climate Shift: Impacts, Causes, and Solutions

The changing environment in Nairobi serves as a wake-up call, emphasizing the importance of addressing climate change worldwide.

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Developing Emotional Intelligence in Technological Innovation

Emotional intelligence (EI) significantly aids technological innovation by fostering better teamwork, creativity, and decision-making.

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Internet Disruption in East Africa

The recent internet disruptions in East Africa caused by damaged undersea cables serve as a stark reminder of our critical dependence on this infrastructure.

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Cooling the Earth: Is Solar Radiation a Viable Climate Change Solution?

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The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Sustainable Automation

Global attention to sustainability, technology, and climate change has increased to previously unheard-of heights this year. Each day brings about new developments, with vehicles, industries, and machines relying heavily on fossil fuels, amplifying environmental pollution.

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Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Work

Jobs, Labor Markets, and Skills "How will generative AI transform the demand and supply of labour, the quality and quantity of jobs, and the skills and education needed for the workforce?

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