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Are you a girl between the ages of 8 and 18? Ready to change the world?

Over a period of 12 weeks from January to April, teams learn how to develop a concept for an application addressing an issue or need identified in their community, map out a business plan, and create a prototype app, all while learning the basics of marketing and programming. Workshops are all held online. Students will be contacted after they register with information on how to join the workshops. Learn more about the program here

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Technovation girls is only made possible with the generosity of our volunteers!

Mentors – The Technovation Girls model relies on STEM mentors to work with the teams. Mentors inspire, encourage and support teams while making a difference in the lives of the participants and their community. Commitment minimum of 20 hours.

  • Work with a team during the 12 week program
  • Help them co-ordinate their projects and provide feedback
  • Can be either business or technical
  • Police records check required
  • Signup on www.technovationchallenge.org.

Peer Mentors – Technovation Girls participants experience is enriched with female students in STEM. Paired with an experienced mentor from industry, peer mentors inspire and encourage younger girls throughout the Technovation program. Commitment minimum of 20 hours.

  • Signup on www.technovationchallenge.org as a mentor, identifying your school. We will be in touch with next steps to pair you with an industry mentor and a team.

Instructors – The Technovation Girls curriculum is delivered in interactive online workshops. Instructors deliver either business or technical modules. Commitment: Approximately 4 hours

  • Assigned to a topic – can choose either business or technical
  • Personalize the material
  • Instruct and encourage curiosity and learning
  • Contact technovation@womenpoweringtechnology.org and indicate your background

Judges – The program culminates in a national and international competition. Judges review submissions, providing feedback on the projects. This feedback helps participants refine their ideas and be motivated to continue after the competition. Judges often cite being inspired by the creativity and innovation of the submissions! Commitment: Approximately 4 hours