Girls in tech 101

1. Hind Al -Nahedh GIT Kuwait Board Member
@Hindrelations

2. Our Organisation

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8. Purpose and History
Girls in Tech is a global non-profit (501c3) focused on
influential women in technology and entrepreneurship. We
concentrate on the promotion, growth, success and
leadership of entrepreneurial and innovative women in the
technology space.
Girls in Tech Middle East aims to raise the interest of women
to take on tech driven careers to support the region’s growth
in this space. Through the platform, women will have access
to various resources that will support their career growth and
become influential leaders to other women.
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9. Our Chapters
We currently have 42 Chapters around the world
• Dubai
• Kuwait
• Cairo
• Amman
• Ramallah
• and growing….

10. Our Programs
 AMPLIFY A one-day pitch competition where female entrepreneurs present their start-up to a panel of judges.
 Catalyst Conference Two days of inspiring keynotes from female leaders in the industry, as well as panels, workshops and
networking sessions.
 Global Classroom Our online education platform that allows us to connect with people around the world, offering a variety of
training, courses and education.
 GITHacks Hackathons – online or on-the-ground – that focus on gender equality and bridging the gap in the technology and start-up
spaces.
 GIT M A three-tiered mentorship program developed to provide integrated, engaging and educational programs for three distinct
groups:
 GIT W: Professional women in the technology and/or entrepreneurship spaces
 GIT U: University-aged women interested in pursuing careers in the technology and/or entrepreneurship spaces
 GIT NX: Young girls interested in the STEM, coding and/or entrepreneurs
 GIT 360 A two-month bootcamp that teaches women the entrepreneurial skills needed to their product or service in the technology
space.
 X Change A week-long exchange program for women in the start-up and technology spaces.
 GIT Up A program targeting underserved populations around the world by offering training and providing career opportunities in the
technology space.
 GIT Internship A series of partnerships that provide women in technology sectors around the world to be matched with
meaningful internship opportunities in technology companies and startups.

12. Highlights from the kick off

13. Meet Kuwait Founders
Shaima Al-Terkair - GIT Kuwait President

14. Mona Of
Sirdab
Lab
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@Hindrelations

16. GIT Kuwait 1st Meet Up

17. Engaging women across the Middle East

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19. Some Questions and potential
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25. Thank you