1. TechHER Launchpad: Women in Tech Entrepreneurship Program1. Wisdom Exchange: Senior Social Connection Program
Summary:
TechHER Launchpad is an incubator program designed to support and empower women and gender-
diverse individuals in launching their tech startups. It combines mentorship, skill-building, and
networking opportunities to foster success in the tech entrepreneurship landscape.
Objectives:
- Empower women and gender-diverse individuals to start and grow tech ventures.
- Provide mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals in the tech industry.
- Facilitate skill development in key areas such as product development, marketing, and fundraising.
Key Activities:
Startup Incubation:
- Providing dedicated workspace and resources for startup development.
- Weekly check-ins with mentors to guide and monitor progress.
Skill-Building Workshops:
- Workshops on product development, marketing strategies, and pitching.
- Networking events with industry experts and successful entrepreneurs.
Pitch Nights and Demo Days:
- Opportunities for participants to pitch their startups to potential investors.
- Demo days for showcasing products to a wider audience.
Target Group:
Women and gender-diverse individuals with tech startup ideas or early-stage ventures.
Expected Outcome:
Participants will develop and launch successful tech startups, gain valuable skills, and establish a
network within the tech entrepreneurship ecosystem.
Upcoming Sessions:
- Session 1: Ideation and Startup Planning
- Session 2: Product Development and Prototyping
- Session 3: Pitch Night: Presenting Startup Ideas
2. CodeHER Accelerator: Women in Tech Coding Bootcamp
Summary:
CodeHER Accelerator is an intensive coding bootcamp designed to bridge the gender gap in technology
by providing women and gender-diverse individuals with coding skills and empowering them to pursue
careers in software development.
Objectives:
- Equip participants with coding skills and proficiency in programming languages.
- Facilitate hands-on projects to apply coding knowledge. Connect participants with industry professionals and employment opportunities.
Key Activities:
Coding Bootcamp Modules:
- Intensive training in programming languages such as Python, JavaScript, and more.
- Real-world projects to apply coding skills in practical scenarios.
Industry Networking Events:
- Networking sessions with professionals from the tech industry.
- Guest lectures and Q&A sessions with successful women in tech.
Career Placement Assistance:
- Workshops on resume building, interview preparation, and job searching.
- Connection to job opportunities and internships in tech companies.
Target Group:
Women and gender-diverse individuals aspiring to pursue careers in software development.
Expected Outcome:
Participants will acquire coding proficiency, build a portfolio of projects, and have increased
opportunities for employment in the tech industry.
Upcoming Sessions:
- Session 1: Introduction to Coding: Fundamentals and Basics
- Session 2: Advanced Coding: Building Real-World Projects
- Session 3: Career Development and Networking in Tech
Summary:
InnovateHER Tech Challenge is a program that encourages and supports women and gender-diverse
individuals to pursue innovative tech projects. It combines mentorship, resources, and a culminating
tech innovation challenge.
Objectives:
- Foster innovation and creativity in tech projects led by women.
- Provide mentorship and guidance for the development of tech innovations.
- Host a culminating challenge to showcase and reward innovative solutions.
Key Activities:
Innovation Incubation:
- Dedicated support for developing and refining tech project ideas.
- Mentorship sessions with experienced tech innovators.
Tech Innovation Challenge:
- A culmination event where participants present their tech projects.
- Judging by industry experts and potential investors.
Post-Challenge Support:
- Assistance in further development and scaling of promising projects.
- Access to additional resources and networking opportunities.
Target Group:
Women and gender-diverse individuals with innovative tech project ideas or ongoing projects.
Expected Outcome:
Participants will develop and showcase innovative tech solutions, gain mentorship, and have the
opportunity to further advance their projects.
Upcoming Sessions:
- Session 1: Ideation and Project Development
- Session 2: Mentorship and Refinement
- Session 3: InnovateHER Tech Challenge: Showcasing Innovations
These tech incubator programs aim to empower women and gender-diverse individuals in the tech
industry by providing them with skills, mentorship, and opportunities to excel in tech entrepreneurship,
coding, and innovation.
