Tag: girls

• Apply: Google’s 2015 Science Fair

  

  The Google science fair is in partnership with Lego Education, National Geographic, Scientific American, and Virgin Galactic. It invites students between 13 and 18 from anywhere in the world to enter submissions online. The science fair has produced some incredibly impressive winners in years past, including a flashlight that requires only the ambient heat from…

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  February 20, 2015

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• Friends Africa Remains Committed to Women and Girls

  

  All around the world, International Women’s Day represents an opportunity to celebrate the achievements of women while calling for greater equality. Friends Africa passionately believes that we must increase investment in women and girls –  it doesn’t just make social sense but also makes business sense. Watch the short video to find out more about…

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  February 18, 2015

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• Join the AWP Network for Social Media Week

  

  Globally, social media reliance is positive for brands. Whether on mobile devices, laptops or desktop computers, demand for social media engagement is good news for brands. In Africa, according to the 2014 “Emerging Nations Embrace Internet, Mobile Technology” report by the Pew Research Global Attitudes Project, approximately 78 percent of internet usage in Africa is…

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  February 16, 2015

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• Join the AWP Network for Social Media Week

  

  With current issues such as the Ebola outbreak, Boko Haram, and the #Bringbackourgirls campaign, the social and economic unrest in various countries, have left Africans to rely on social media to share information and engage in activism. In fact, social media seems to have, at times, replaced social action. In this ever-evolving context, we must…

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  February 16, 2015

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• $80,000 In Grants Available for African Entrepreneurs

  

  Are you an entrepreneur in Kenya, Rwanda, or Uganda? Then consider applying. Spring is a pioneering accelerator supporting businesses whose products and services could transform the lives of adolescent girls. Spring entrepreneurs are passionate, innovative, and determined to change the world. Spring helps get a collection of accomplished mentors, advisers, investors, and experts, plus the…

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  February 13, 2015

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• Apply: Google Digital Business Manager Training

  

  Are you based in Lagos? Nairobi? or Accra? Then consider applying. The Digital Business Management program (DBM) is designed to bring more African businesses online. This program will leverage Google’s third party model to grow the digital ecosystem by supporting businesses in their online journey. Upon completion of the training program, participants will receive a certificate of completion…

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  February 13, 2015

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• Andela Launches Bootcamp for Nigerian Women In Tech

  

  Last year, Andela – a global talent accelerator that produces world-class developers and connects them with top employers launched an intensive bootcamp for female software developers in Nigeria. The two-week training program taught participants the basics of front-end web development and helped them secure a job as Andela fellows. Learn more about the program here:    …

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  February 11, 2015

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• W.TEC Technology Camp for African Girls

  

  The W.TEC Girls Technology Camp is a 2-week technology education and mentoring program with the objective to help girls develop an early interest in computers and information technology. For the camp duration, girls will take part in technology workshops. The long-term goal is to increase the numbers of Nigerian women using technology productively for learning, professional and leadership…

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  February 7, 2015

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• My Voice Matters: Nigerian Film Entrepreneur Lends Her Voice To The Upcoming Elections

  

  Nollywood Star Actress, Rita Dominic and award-winning Director, Mildred Okwo – co-founders of the Audrey Silva company, both lend their skills, talent, and voice to support democracy in Nigeria. Okwo is a well-recognized film director and producer whose film “The Meeting,” has won several awards to include the Nigerian Entertainment Award, Africa Movie Academy Award,…

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  February 5, 2015

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• My Personal Experience In The Workplace Inspired Me To Start This Company – Founder of WIE Launches Kickstarter Campaign

  

  Personal experiences in the workplace inspired me to start this company. It was not until I left the routine 9am to 5pm job that I realized the importance of mentoring to my personal and professional development. Looking back now, I wish that I had mentors to advice, guide, challenge, and support me. I encountered lots…

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  January 31, 2015

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