Women Techmakers' International Women's Day (IWD) campaign brings together thousands of developers to celebrate, connect and learn. Globally it's a moment to recognize the incredible contributions of women around the world, and is also a call to action for accelerating gender equity.
IWD is an opportunity for women and allies to come together to share stories, learn from each other, and take action toward educating and inspiring our tech community. IWD is also a way in which we support our mission of building a world where all women thrive in tech.
This year 2023 our IWD theme is #DareToBe
What does it mean to Dare to Be ?
…and ANYTHING you want it to be!
Renew Capital
Sr. Investment Manager
ASTU | OESON
Academic Research Assistant at ASTU | Data Science Intern at OESON
Dagmawit is a Senior Investment Manager at Renew Capital in Ethiopia and a Candidate for CFA Level II. With over 15 years of experience in the private and public sectors in Ethiopia, she is responsible for sourcing new deals, screening deals, and managing pre-investment activities until closing at Renew Capital.
Mebatsion Sahle, a talented computer scientist and expert in data science and competitive programming. She has extensive experience in the field, having worked at INSA and as an academic research assistant at ASTU. Currently, Mebatsion is pursuing her MSc in Data Science and honing her skills through an internship at OESON. In addition, she also works as a freelancer.
💻 With programming languages such as Python, C++, Java, and Javascript in her arsenal, Mebatsion is a versatile and skilled professional. Her impressive portfolio includes various certifications, such as ETCPC (Competitive programming contest manager), ACPC (Contestant), Zindi (Data Science competition for Africans), Duke University (Data Science Math Skills), Hackerrank, and LinkedIn.
Gebeya
Senior Project Manager
BEZAD Solutions PLC
Founder and General Manager of FREELANSIRA
Axelerant
Front End Developer
Meet Meron, a highly experienced Senior Project Manager at Gebeya with a passion for driving innovation and efficiency in the tech industry. With a strong technical background in software engineering, Meron has successfully transitioned into managing digital projects, leveraging her skills to deliver exceptional results on various initiatives.
One of Meron's proudest achievements is her role in an International Finance Corporation (IFC)-sponsored project aimed at empowering women in the technology sector. Meron's strategic approach and leadership were integral to the project's success, which positively impacted the lives of over 250 aspiring young women in tech. Through her efforts, Meron played a significant role in fostering the growth of these young women and encouraging them to make valuable contributions to the rapidly evolving digital landscape.
Meron is a valuable asset to any team, bringing her unique blend of technical expertise, project management skills, and passion for social impact to the table. Her dedication to empowering women in tech and driving innovation is inspiring, making her an excellent addition to any tech-focused initiative.
Bezawit, a dedicated social worker and social entrepreneur with over 15 years of experience in project management, capacity building, partnership management, and supporting government and non-government stakeholders.
Bezawit's passion for social impact has led her to work on a variety of projects, including managing volunteer programs and serving as an independent SBCC (Social and Behavior Change Communication) consultant. Currently, she's also busy running her own start-ups, FREELANSIRA and BlechtaKids, under BEZAD Solutions PLC.
As a mother of two, Bezawit is especially committed to creating positive change for future generations. Her expertise and experience make her a valuable addition to our panel, and we can't wait to hear her insights.
Lydia Solomon, a skilled front-end developer who works remotely for Axelerant. With a Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering from the Addis Ababa Institute of Technology, Lydia specializes in using frontend technologies like React, Angular, and Drupal to create captivating and user-friendly experiences for clients. Outside of coding, Lydia enjoys cooking and exploring psychology, which fuels her imagination and analytical abilities.
Women Techmakers Addis Lead | Project Manager
Gebeya
Senior Project Manager
Chapa
Software Engineer
SciTech Valley
Co-founder and Lead Software Developer
Meet Meron, a highly experienced Senior Project Manager at Gebeya with a passion for driving innovation and efficiency in the tech industry. With a strong technical background in software engineering, Meron has successfully transitioned into managing digital projects, leveraging her skills to deliver exceptional results on various initiatives.
One of Meron's proudest achievements is her role in an International Finance Corporation (IFC)-sponsored project aimed at empowering women in the technology sector. Meron's strategic approach and leadership were integral to the project's success, which positively impacted the lives of over 250 aspiring young women in tech. Through her efforts, Meron played a significant role in fostering the growth of these young women and encouraging them to make valuable contributions to the rapidly evolving digital landscape.
Meron is a valuable asset to any team, bringing her unique blend of technical expertise, project management skills, and passion for social impact to the table. Her dedication to empowering women in tech and driving innovation is inspiring, making her an excellent addition to any tech-focused initiative.
Woynshet is a skilled Senior Mobile Application & Web Developer With over 3 years of experience. She has a strong command of Flutter framework, React Native, and modern web technologies like React, Angular, and Node.js, making her an expert in building cross-platform mobile and web applications.
Bethelehem Dagnachew - a driven computer engineer and full stack developer who is passionate about AI and machine learning. She is also a skilled project manager and system architect, working tirelessly to create a positive impact on society through innovative technology. Bethelehem is a co-founder of SciTech Valley, a technology company with a vision to lead the industry in Ethiopia and beyond. She is already accomplished a lot, having developed numerous mobile and web apps, as well as advanced systems like a stock management system, doctor management system, and more. She has even created models for email spam detection and hate speech recognition. We are thrilled to have her as a judge!
Women Techmakers Addis Lead | Project Manager
WTM Addis Marketing Lead | Computer Engineer | Graphic Designer
WTM Addis Content Creator & Program Assistant | Software Engineer | Flutter Developer
Salla
GDG Organizer
WTM Lead
Co-Organizer
GDGAddis
Co-Organizer
GDG Addis / Chapa financial technologies
GDG Co-organizer / Product designer & event manger
