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.
WomSTEM's FEM-HUB EVENT in Collaboration with Columbia University of New York's Global Center in Nairobi
*Theme:* Enabling Impact Entrepreneurship
Impact entrepreneurship skills are crucial for women in STEM as they help them bridge gender gaps, providing tools to overcome systemic challenges and access funding and networks. Women-led enterprises contribute to sustainable development and offer diverse perspectives and solutions.
Successful women entrepreneurs serve as role models, inspiring more women to pursue STEM careers and entrepreneurial paths, ultimately contributing to a more equitable and sustainable future.
Program:
Speeches:
● Director, Columbia Global Centers |Nairobi
● President, Women in STEM Leaders Network - Ida Nganga
Speakers:
▪ Itang H. Young-Essien, Ph.D - Organizational Leadership Consultant. UTS Alumna at Columbia University
▪ Lee-Anne Ragan - President, Rock.Paper.Scissors Inc., Global Learning and Development Expert, UN Consultant
▪ Beryl Ooro - Journalist and Communications Professional
https://www.womeninstemleaders.org/events/fem-hub-impact-entrepreneurship