Empow’Her Science Expo 2026: STF reviews ten years of progress for women in science

Author: Jean Kelly KOUASSIPublished on: October 28, 2026Country: Côte d’Ivoire
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Empow’Her Science Expo 2026: STF reviews ten years of progress for women in science

Sciences & Technologies au Féminin (STF) will hold the fourth Empow’Her Science Expo on November 26 and 27, 2026, at Félix Houphouët-Boigny University in Abidjan, marking ten years of work. Since 2016, its initiatives have reached more than 14,000 people, raised awareness among 10,246 girls and women about science and technology fields, established 22 STEM clubs serving over 4,800 students, and mobilized 300 ambassadors. STF also says it has mentored 200 young girls. The event will feature conferences, panels, masterclasses and exhibitions on STEM pathways, future careers, artificial intelligence, digital technology, entrepreneurship and women’s leadership.

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