Join our inspiring panel discussion from the International Day of the Girl Child 2025 event as exceptional speakers share their stories, insights, and advice on how young people can find purpose, lead with impact, and make a difference in their communities and the world. Moderated by Esosa, this powerful conversation brings together diverse voices of women who have built careers rooted in service, innovation, and leadership. 💡 You’ll Learn About: • Discovering your purpose early in life • Building leadership skills as a student or young professional • Finding mentors and role models • Applying for scholarships and international opportunities • Turning ideas into impact • Overcoming fear and self-doubt 🎯 Whether you’re a high school student, university leader, or young professional, this conversation will leave you inspired to take action and believe that you can build tomorrow, starting today. #InternationalDayOfTheGirl #Leadership #YouthEmpowerment #WomenInLeadership #Purpose #Inspiration #GirlsInSTEM #Mentorship #Scholarships #YoungLeaders #GirlChild2025 #empowerherjourney ------------------------------------------------- At SWIS Africa, our goal is to: - Train and mentor young women in STEM on important skills and resources they need to excel in their chosen career. - Celebrate and promote women that are breaking barriers in STEM through our interviews, programs, and publications. - Engage and shape young women with contents and resources that will educate, enlighten and empower them in STEM. You can learn more about us by visiting our website - https://www.swisafrica.org Or follow us on all social media platforms @SWISAfrica

In this inspiring keynote, Cherry Wang shares her personal journey of growth, purpose, and leadership in celebration of the International Day of the Girl Child 2025, themed “The Girl I Am, The Change I Lead: Girls as Everyday Leaders.” Cherry reflects on the experiences, challenges, and values that shaped her into the leader she is today—and offers powerful lessons for young girls on how to embrace their voice, lead with confidence, and create meaningful change in their communities. ✨ Key takeaways from this talk: • How to discover your purpose and lead with authenticity • Lessons learned from overcoming challenges and setbacks • Practical advice for girls aspiring to make an impact • Why leadership starts with believing in yourself 📅 Event: International Day of the Girl Child 2025 🎙️ Keynote Speaker: Cherry Wang Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more empowering stories and conversations that inspire the next generation of changemakers. #InternationalDayoftheGirlChild #GirlsLeadership #CherryWang #SWISAfrica #WomenInSTEM #YouthEmpowerment #LeadershipJourney #GirlsInAction

This insightful panel discussion, hosted by SWIS Africa in partnership with Carnegie Mellon University Africa, brings together inspiring women leaders from academia and industry to explore how storytelling and personal branding can shape success in STEM. Through authentic conversations, the panelists share how they have built visibility, advanced their careers, and used their stories to create meaningful impact within and beyond the lab. 💡 Discussion Highlights: • How storytelling shapes identity and leadership in STEM • Building a personal brand that aligns with your purpose • Overcoming challenges and communicating your impact • Strategies for visibility in academic and corporate spaces 🌍 Event Theme: Beyond the Lab: Storytelling and Branding for Women in STEM 🎙 Organized by: SWIS Africa in partnership with Carnegie Mellon University Africa If you’re a woman in STEM — or anyone looking to communicate your story with confidence and clarity — this conversation is for you. 🔔 Subscribe to SWIS Africa for more inspiring talks, training sessions, and success stories from African women shaping the future of STEM. #SWISAfrica #WomenInSTEM #Storytelling #PersonalBranding #Leadership #STEMImpact #CarnegieMellonAfrica #BeyondTheLab #WomenEmpowerment #STEMLeadership #ScienceCommunication #CareerGrowth #InspiringWomen

This inspiring panel discussion, hosted during the SWIS Africa Empowerment Program at Oladipo Alayande School of Science (OASOS), Ibadan, brought together passionate professionals and changemakers who shared their journeys, insights, and advice to help students discover purpose-driven career paths. 💡 In this session, you’ll learn: • How to identify and pursue a meaningful career • The importance of leadership, self-awareness, and resilience • Practical steps to explore opportunities in STEM and other fields • Inspiring stories from role models who started just like you 👩🏽‍🏫 About the Event: The OASOS Empowerment Program, organized by Shaping African Women in STEM (SWIS Africa) in partnership with Sabischolar, is designed to motivate, educate, and empower students. Through mentorship, learning platforms, and capacity-building initiatives, the program helps young people gain clarity about their future careers and reach their full potential. ✨ Stay Connected: 🌐 Website: www.swisafrica.org 📸 Instagram: @swisafrica 💼 LinkedIn: SWIS Africa #SWISAfrica #OASOSEmpowerment #EmpoweringYoungLeaders #CareerExploration #YouthEmpowerment #STEMEducation #Leadership #StudentSuccess #Inspiration

In this powerful keynote address delivered at the SWIS Africa X Carnegie Mellon University Africa event, our speaker, Mikel Ngueajio shares transformative insights on how to own your story, build your personal brand, and use storytelling as a tool for lasting impact. Through personal experiences, practical strategies, and real-world examples, this session explores how women in STEM — and professionals everywhere — can embrace their journeys, amplify their voices, and shape narratives that inspire change. 🌍 Event Theme: Beyond the Lab: Storytelling and Branding for Women in STEM 🎙 Keynote Topic: How to Own and Build Your Story for Impact 🎓 Organizers: SWIS Africa in partnership with Carnegie Mellon University Africa 🔔 Subscribe for more inspiring talks, workshops, and stories from women transforming the world through STEM and leadership. #SWISAfrica #WomenInSTEM #Storytelling #PersonalBranding #Leadership #CarnegieMellonAfrica #STEMImpact #BeyondTheLab #WomenEmpowerment

In a world where academic excellence is often seen as the sole benchmark of success, it is important to expand the narrative—especially for girls in STEM. This webinar titled "Girls Who Lead with Balance – Life Beyond the Books" seeks to celebrate and showcase young women who not only excel academically but also thrive beyond the classroom. In this masterclass objectives: • Highlight the value of well-rounded growth for girls in STEM fields. • Encourage girls to explore skills, social impact activities, sports, and volunteering alongside academic pursuits. • Debunk myths and challenge stereotypes that girls must choose between academics and other interests. • Create a platform for mentorship and collaboration between participants and speakers. ------------------------------------------------- At SWIS Africa, our goal is to: - Train and mentor young women in STEM on important skills and resources they need to excel in their chosen career. - Celebrate and promote women that are breaking barriers in STEM through our interviews, programs, and publications. - Engage and shape young women with contents and resources that will educate, enlighten and empower them in STEM. You can learn more about us by visiting our website - https://www.swisafrica.org Or follow us on all social media platforms @swisafrica

In this Masterclass, Dr. Fadekemi Janet Osaye and Temilade Adelakun shared about their journey into tech and how women in STEM can access opportunities in STEM and leverage mentorship for greater impacts in their careers. -------------------------------------- Fadekemi Janet Osaye is currently an Associate Professor of Mathematics at Troy University, Alabama, USA. Prior to this role, she served as an Assistant Professor of Mathematics at both Auburn University and Alabama State University. In 2019, she earned a PhD in Mathematics from the University of Johannesburg, South Africa, becoming the first black female to achieve this distinction. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- Temilade Adelakun is a current MBA student at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business. She previously worked at Google as a product marketer, where she led strategic initiatives encompassing branding, positioning, and growth marketing for various Google consumer and Android products across the Sub Saharan Africa region. Temilade's academic journey boasts prestigious accolades, including recognition as a Future Female Leader Awardee by IESE Business School in 2023 and alumni status from the Harvard Business School Crossroads Emerging Leaders Program in 2020. Holding a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering with First-Class Honors from the University of Ibadan. Beyond her professional endeavors, Temilade is deeply committed to driving positive change in the tech industry and society at large. She is a passionate advocate for more girls in STEM, women and youth inclusion, accessibility, digital literacy, and sustainability, actively engaging with communities and delivering impactful awareness programs in collaboration with organizations such as STEMBelle and Google Women Techmakers. ---------------------------------- At SWIS Africa, our goal is to: - Train and mentor young women in STEM on important skills and resources they need to excel in their chosen career. - Celebrate and promote women that are breaking barriers in STEM through our interviews, programs, and publications. - Engage and shape young women with contents and resources that will educate, enlighten and empower them in STEM. You can learn more about us by visiting our website - https://www.swisafrica.org Or follow us on all social media platforms @swisafrica

In this Masterclass, Dr. Fadekemi Janet Osaye shared about her journey into tech and how women in STEM can access opportunities in STEM and leverage mentorship for greater impacts in their careers. Fadekemi Janet Osaye is currently an Associate Professor of Mathematics at Troy University, Alabama, USA. Prior to this role, she served as an Assistant Professor of Mathematics at both Auburn University and Alabama State University. In 2019, she earned a PhD in Mathematics from the University of Johannesburg, South Africa, becoming the first black female to achieve this distinction. ---------------------------------- At SWIS Africa, our goal is to: - Train and mentor young women in STEM on important skills and resources they need to excel in their chosen career. - Celebrate and promote women that are breaking barriers in STEM through our interviews, programs, and publications. - Engage and shape young women with contents and resources that will educate, enlighten and empower them in STEM. You can learn more about us by visiting our website - https://www.swisafrica.org Or follow us on all social media platforms @swisafrica