Africa Women in Science and Technology (AWiST)

Summary: AWiST seeks to provide STEM opportunities for female students and professionals in Kenya. AWiST enables girls and women to build connections in the STEM field through discussions, field-work, and mentoring. These efforts not only add value to each individual’s career, but the STEM projects undertaken also contribute to the alleviation of poverty. --- Africa Women in Science and Technology (AWiST) is a program specifically for young women in the field of Science and Technology. This includes students and young professionals. The program is implemented by STEM Africa which aims to provide young people in Africa with opportunities and an enabling environment to pursue rich and fulfilling careers and enterprises in Science, Techno...