SINGLE MOTHERS PROGRAM: Women in Technology (WIT) and our program and funding partners are providing a Cyber Security Certificate program to benefit 40 adult single mothers throughout the year, interested in science, technology, engineering, arts and math (STEAM) workforce education and employment, and are looking to improve the quality of their lives and the lives of their children.
WIT GIRLS: The statistics are alarming according to the National Science Foundation. America lags behind other nations in the number of students majoring in science and engineering at colleges and universities. To improve this statistic, WIT Girls collaborates with the Georgia business community to support and inspire girls in middle and high school to break through barriers and advance opportunities in the STEAM field by providing them hands-on experience and educational workshops that ignite an early interest in careers in STEAM.
WIT CAMPUS: Supporting and encouraging female college students as they move toward a successful future in STEAM. WIT Campus builds strong partnerships among students, colleges and companies enabling WIT to provide relevant educational programs and scholarship possibilities for college women. WIT strengthens an initial interest in STEAM by immersing college students into their desired careers and providing them with tools and resources needed to succeed in the workforce.
WIT YOPROS: The Women In Technology (WIT) YoPro Program provides young professional women ages 20-29 with professional guidance and mentorship as they transition from student to professional. WIT does this by connecting young women with experienced professionals who provide guidance, mentorship, and networking opportunities. Participants gain leadership and technical skills in a supportive social environment. Through networking, personal and professional development and opportunities for volunteering, the WIT YoPro Program benefits all young women looking to reach their full potential. WIT empowers young professionals to find their path to success in their careers.
WIT Technology Uncorked: Technology Uncorked is designed to bring together women leaders – who want to be surrounded by other exceptionally bright women leaders – to exchange experiences and knowledge in specific technology areas. women sharing what is working, what is not, pitfalls, strategies, and the latest trends and use of technology. This is an exclusive opportunity for senior IT women leaders to participate in conversations about various technology topics. This is a safe place for technology conversations amongst women senior leaders.