Femme Innovate | San3a Tech

STEM for Social Good

About the Program

San3a Tech and Girl Up MENA have partnered to launch the "Femme Innovate: STEM for Social Good" initiative, aiming to promote gender equity and empower girls and women in Egypt through enhanced STEM education and leadership development. Supported by the CFLI grant, the project focuses on reaching 200 young women, especially those in underserved areas, to build their technical knowledge in STEM and interpersonal skills. Through hands-on bootcamps, the creation of 15 Girl Up clubs, and the Girl Up Leadership Summit, the initiative will provide a supportive environment for participants to develop leadership abilities and technical expertise. Additionally, 50 girls will attend intensive bootcamps, with innovative prototypes being developed to address social challenges. Femme Innovate aims to equip girls with the tools needed for future academic and career success in fields where female representation is currently low.

Objectives

Promote Gender Equity in STEM

Empower girls and women in Egypt, especially in underserved areas, by enhancing their technical skills and leadership abilities. This initiative aims to bridge the gender gap in STEM fields and inspire career pathways for young women.

Foster Leadership Development

Establish Girl Up clubs to create a supportive community where participants can grow their confidence and leadership skills. These clubs will ensure long-term impact and collective empowerment.

Expand STEM Access Nationwide

Conduct STEM bootcamp to provide practical training and technical knowledge. These workshops will equip participants with the tools needed for innovation and success in STEM.

Encourage Innovation

Host a hackathon to challenge participants to apply STEM knowledge to solve real-world community problems. This event will enhance teamwork, problem-solving, and creative thinking skills.

Program Key Phases

01 Bootcamp

December 5th, 2024 to 7th of December, 2024

A three-day workshop where 50 girls in 15 teams will build foundational STEM skills, boost their confidence, and enhance teamwork. They will also establish 15 Girl Up clubs to foster ongoing collaboration.

02 Maker
Hackathon

January 30th, and 31st, 2025

A two-day event challenging participants to apply STEM knowledge by solving real-world issues. Teams will develop prototypes for their ideas using digital fabrication tools, enhancing collaboration and problem-solving.

03 Leadership
Summit

February 1st, 2025

A final event bringing together 200 participants for leadership workshops and networking. Attendees will connect with STEM professionals and gain inspiration from accomplished role models.