Gender Tech Initiative

In recent years, artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a leading new power in a variety of sectors, including healthcare, finance, and agriculture across the world, promising innovation and efficiency1. However, in regions like Africa, where we have some of the world’s highest gender inequities, with women not traditionally engaged in many sectors of the

In the tech world, there is a glaring issue regarding diversity, especially gender. Despite women showing immense talent and interest in tech careers, they often face numerous obstacles to getting into and staying in the industry. It is particularly tough for women from low-income backgrounds, who have even more hurdles to overcome. This imbalance is

This report highlights our journey in Northern Uganda, where we embarked on a participatory approach to document and enhance women’s economic growth. Through surveys, interviews, community meetings, and public events, we increased awareness of women’s invaluable contributions to the informal economy. Our targeted training and partnerships created new economic opportunities, while advocacy efforts improved policy

The International Women’s Day theme for 2022 is #BreaktheBias which highlights the importance of challenging biases and misconceptions in the interest of creating a more inclusive and gender-equal world. Women are vastly underrepresented in the technology workforce. This is not only a societal concern, but also a workforce problem. When it comes to gender equality,

Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) are fundamental for youth development. Their spectacular growth gives them enormous potential for sustainable development. To benefit from this potential, it is necessary to develop a creative vision for ICTs to stimulate innovation and entrepreneurship among young girls. To encourage growth, creativity, and innovation, and to offer a better future