WAAW Foundation

WAAW Foundation

Non-profit Organizations

Wylie, Texas 4,537 followers

WAAW foundation is a 501(c) non-profit empowering African girls and women through STEM Education

About us

WAAW (Working to Advance STEM Education for African Women) Foundation is a 501(c) non-profit organization founded in 2007. Our mission is to increase the participation of African girls in Computing, Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (C-STEM) related disciplines, and to ensure that this talent is engaged in innovation and techpreneurship to benefit the African Continent. WAAW is Headquartered in Lagos Nigeria with offices in Plano Texas and Nairobi Kenya,. WAAW Foundation provides College Scholarships to African girls, organizes STEM Residential camps and operates in 17 University campuses across 10 African countries including Nigeria, Ghana, Togo, Kenya, Malawi, Uganda, Ethiopia, Tanzania and South Africa, impacting over 10,000 African youth each year.

Industry
Non-profit Organizations
Company size
2-10 employees
Headquarters
Wylie, Texas
Type
Nonprofit
Founded
2007
Specialties
STEM Residential Camps for Secondary Girls, African Women in Tech Conferences, Mentoring Outreach for secondary girls, Education Technology Training/Consulting, Scholarships for College African Girls, STEM Teacher Training, Coding school, and Digital literacy

Locations

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    p o box 1691

    Wylie, Texas 75098, US

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  • 117 Apapa Road, off Costain, Ebute-Metta

    3rd Floor

    Ebute-Metta, Lagos 100001, NG

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  • 24/25 Herbert Macaulay Way, Suite T14 Febson Mall zone 3

    Wuse zone 3, Abuja 900288, NG

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Employees at WAAW Foundation

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    Our Esteemed Speaker for the July Fellows Meetup! We are thrilled to introduce Uyoyo Edosio, the Principal ICT and Innovation Expert at the African Development Bank, who will be sharing her invaluable insights at our upcoming Fellows Meetup. 📅 Date: Saturday, 27th July 2024 🕔 Time: 5 PM WAT 📍 Venue: Zoom (tinyurl.com/fellowsmeetup) Be ready to be inspired by a leader who is shaping the future of technology in Africa! Set your reminder now for tomorrow, 5 PM.

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    The 2024 WAAW Foundation STEM Fellows Summit is just 1 month away! 🚀 We are gearing up for an incredible journey of leadership development, academic enrichment, and cultural immersion in Accra, Ghana! 🇬🇭 📅 Dates: August 26th - 31st 📍 Location: Accra, Ghana This year, we need your support more than ever to sponsor more #girlsinSTEM to the summit, you can provide a life-changing opportunity for a young woman to develop her leadership skills, deepen her knowledge in STEM fields, and build lasting relationships. Join WAAW in making a significant impact on the future of STEM in Africa. Your contribution will turn dreams into reality for these talented young women. 💡 Sponsor a STEM Fellow Today: https://lnkd.in/gUCjqphF

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    Join Us for the July Fellows Meetup! 🗓️ Date: Saturday, 27th July 2024 🕔 Time: 5 PM WAT 📍 Venue: Zoom 🔗 Join via https://lnkd.in/gcRDE4XT Topic: Developing Executive Presence: Gaining Visibility in the Workplace 🎤 Special Guest: Uyoyo Zino Edosio, Principal ICT and Innovation Expert, African Development Bank We are excited to host Uyoyo Edosio, a trailblazer in ICT and digital transformation, as she shares insights on elevating your professional presence and gaining visibility in the workplace. With a wealth of experience in driving digital initiatives across Africa, Uyoyo will provide invaluable tips and strategies for career growth and leadership development. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from a leader who has successfully navigated the tech ecosystem, advised global organizations, and led transformative projects. 👉 Set your reminder now!

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    Congratulations Herbal Goodness and Unoma Okorafor, Ph.D. 🙌 👏

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    Faith Driven Tech Entrepreneur, Herbal Wellness Advocate, Female STEM Champion, International Speaker, Commercial Real Estate Investor, Social Innovator. Chief Strategist. 2022 Inc5000 Fastest Growing Company.

    The wait is over! Herbal Goodness has unveiled her very first vehicle today! 🚗 After teasing the launch last Friday, we are ecstatic to reveal this amazing achievement. This vehicle represents our journey, growth, and unwavering dedication to innovation and excellence. This is a monumental win for us and a testament to our commitment and dedication to bringing the best herbal supplements to your doorsteps. Stay tuned for more exciting updates as we continue to drive forward together! Here's to many more big wins ahead! 🌿💚 #HerbalGoodness #BigWin #Innovation #Milestone #Community #ExcitingTimes

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    Join us in making a difference with WAAW Foundation's Adopt a School Program! We aim to enhance STEM education across Nigeria by equipping public schools with essential STEM labs, kits, and professional teacher training. 📚🔬🤖 With your donation of $1750, you can fully equip a school with: a. Robotics kits b. Programming tools c. Arduino kits d. Laptops e. 3-D printers f. Basic STEM kits for hands-on project-based learning By supporting this initiative, you're helping students in low-income communities develop critical skills like technical proficiency, critical thinking, problem-solving, creativity, communication, and collaboration. 🌍 Let's create model learning institutions and give students the opportunities they deserve! 🤝 Individuals, corporations, and community organizations are welcome to participate. Nominate and donate to equip a school today! 🔗 Donate now: https://lnkd.in/giYwV4Ug #STEMeducation #AdoptaSchool #WAAWFoundation #SupportEducation #FutureInnovators #STEM

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    Memories from the 2023 WAAW Foundation's STEM Fellows Summit in Cape Town, South Africa! 🌟 The Fellows Summit has always been an eventful, knowledge-packed STEM extravaganza. Our 2023 summit in Cape Town was no exception, filled with inspiring sessions, innovative projects, and unforgettable experiences. 🚀 Exciting news! The 2024 Fellows Summit is coming to Accra, Ghana! 🇬🇭 We're thrilled to continue this journey of empowerment and innovation in a new city. However, some fellows would love to be at the summit but do not have the means. You can ignite the dream of a girl in STEM today. 🌟 Sponsor a fellow to the 2024 Fellows Summit and help shape the future of STEM in Africa. Click - https://lnkd.in/gUCjqphF 💖 Your support can make a world of difference.

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    One of our many favourite memories from the 2023 WAAW Foundation's STEM Fellows Summit in Abuja, Nigeria! 🇳🇬 Our STEM fellows came together to innovate, collaborate, and inspire. From engaging workshops to groundbreaking presentations, it was a week filled with learning and growth. A huge shoutout to all the WAAW Foundation fellows, donors, and partners who made the Abuja 2022 fellows summit successful. Your passion and dedication continue to drive the mission of empowering African women in STEM. The 2024 Fellows Summit will be held this August in Accra, Ghana! 🇬🇭 We can't wait to create more unforgettable memories with our amazing fellows and partners in STEM.

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    STEM Summer Camp in McKinney! Sign up for an exciting week of STEM + ENTREPRENEURSHIP sessions for Black Kids in Tech: 🤖 First Lego Robotics 📈 Agile Project Management 💰 Financial Literacy 📣 Branding, Marketing & Selling 🎤 Presentation & Pitching Skills Age Group: 11 - 18 Years 📅 July 29th - August 2nd 🕙 Monday - Thursday (10 am - 5 pm) Friday (10 am - 1 pm) 📍 McKinney STEAM Academy, 192 Industrial Blvd, Suite 109, McKinney, TX 75069 Register Now via bit.ly/register-stem-camp Registration Deadline: July 21st For more information, contact: sales@glappy.org

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    Throwback to our UNIUYO STEM Chapter's heartfelt thank-you video! They expressed immense gratitude to the WAAW Foundation, partners, and donors for their unwavering support. With the $100 cash prize, they aimed to boost their STEM outreach efforts by enhancing logistics, generating innovative ideas, and acquiring materials for exciting experiments during their sessions. These brilliant young STEM enthusiasts volunteer their time and resources to drive our mission forward, shaping the future of STEM education and empowering the next generation of leaders. Our success story wouldn't be complete without the incredible support of our donors. We extend a heartfelt "Thank You" and are inspired to continue doing more for these young African women. 🌐 Learn more about us and support our mission: www.waawfoundation.org

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