The Grace Hopper Effect: A conference set this U.S immigrant on a quest to close the gender gap in African tech
- Gabriella Uwadiegwu attended the Grace Hopper Celebration in 2017, which inspired her to pursue a career in tech and empower other women.
- She launched WeTech in 2019, creating a community of 5,000 women and organizing events to connect them with tech opportunities.
- Uwadiegwu secured an internship at Twitch, where she excelled and raised the bar for interns, leading to further opportunities.
Gabriella Uwadiegwu's journey highlights the critical need for access and support for women in technology, particularly in underrepresented regions. Her initiatives not only empower individuals but also have the potential to drive significant economic change in Africa. It would be beneficial to explore how similar models can be replicated in other regions facing gender disparities in tech.
