Amanda
Obidike
Executive Director at STEMi Makers Africa
"Decoding a Successful Fellowship Program in Tech"
"Decoding a Successful Fellowship Program in Tech"
25 - 6:40 AM EDT/New York (See in local time)
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05/25/2025 6:40 AM
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"Decoding a Successful Fellowship Program in Tech"
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Session: Decoding a Successful Fellowship Program in Tech
Imagine doing collaborative research for the White House, working to create a more humane and inclusive digital world, or assisting policy experts on critical international issues about science and technology.One of the opportunity to position yourself into such life changing legacies are participating in fellowships. Tech Fellowships gives you an insider glimpse of firsthand knowledge and further pivots you into global career opportunities.
Women in technology still remain underrepresented and there is less participation/selection during fellowship programs.
In the rapidly evolving technology industry landscape, staying ahead of the competition is more important than ever. With advancements occurring at a breakneck pace and new innovations constantly emerging, professionals must strive to keep up with the latest trends and developments through Fellowship programs.
Fellowship programs have become a game-changer in the tech industry and delve into the advantages they provide, the skills they enhance, and the impact they have on professionals’ careers.
Key Takeaways
- How to design Impactful Projects and Social Good for a chance to be selected
- Why fellowship programs are revolutionizing the way professionals thrive in the dynamic realm of technology.
- How to apply for these opportunities and put up compelling essay responses
- How to leverage network support, unlock their full potential and position themselves as leaders in the ever-evolving tech world.
Bio
Amanda Obidike is an accomplished non-profit leader and Data Scientist with a decade + experience in directing social enterprises, start-ups and complex organizations in Africa, Europe and MENA Nations.In 2022, she became a Techwomen Awardee, an initiative of the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) and winner of the Innocent Chukwuma Prize for Women empowerment and Youth Development. In 2021, she became a Global 20 Goldman Sachs Fellowship Winner and emerged Winner in the UK’s foremost award, the FDM EveryWoman in Technology, Tech For Good Category. In 2020, she was given the Technology Rising Star Award by WOC, Michigan for successfully championing diversity in technology and innovation for the girl child. She has also been celebrated by Forbes Science as an African changing the culture fabric for young talents to embrace opportunities in Science and Technology.
Amanda has led Strategy Development and Execution, Humanitarian responses and has served as the African Union (AU) CESASTEM Cluster for driving Educator reforms, policies and instructional pedagogy in STEM across 21 African countries. She serves as a Mentor in the New York Academy of Science and Cherie Blair Foundation, Global thinkers for Women where she lends her voice and knowledge to serve as a role model to girls in Africa.
