…“Those kids barely have a computer at home.” The problem extends well beyond Love’s classes, of course. The “digital divide” separating underprivileged families from technology like computers and internet access…
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She’s Helping Buildings Across The Globe Go ‘Green’
…in environmental policy and have worked in clean technology and the broader corporate sustainability space. Ever since I graduated college, I have been trying to find my place in the…
An Indian Startup Takes ‘Ugly’ Farm Food To Market
…Institute of Chemical Technology — are working hard to make it easier. The group formed around the brainchild of one member, Vaibhav Tidke, to make and distribute low-cost solar-powered dryers…
This Ex-Bumble Branding Exec Is Swiping Right on … Income Insurance?
…a quote in minutes rather than the typical waiting period that can stretch on for weeks or months. The goal, Williamson said, is “simplifying the process, from the technology to…
These Female Founders Have a Tech Solution to Americans’ Health Insurance Woes
…health insurance shopping process by leveraging technology to break down plans and make them easier to understand and easier to get. By May 2015, Carrillo admits she was “thoroughly obsessed”…
As Hollywood Strikes, Let’s Remember 7 Real-Life Norma Raes
…of AI technology, and more. (Full disclosure: I’m a member of SAG-AFTRA as a session singer.) And these efforts are energized. On an oppressively hot Monday afternoon, several days into…
Jacqui Malpass: Jacqui Malpass– The Power Of Words To Heal
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Meet the Industrious Women Who Are Speeding Up the Vaccine Rollout in their Communities
Everyday women across the U.S. are using Facebook, technology and old-fashioned door-knocking to get neighbors vaccinated….
She Understands the Importance of Getting Women Involved in Tech
…We train mothers to become coaches of robotics teams, free of charge, so that more girls will be inspired to take up science and technology careers. “If you educate a…
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Black Girls Code Founder Kimberly Bryant Was Told to Rename Her Company. She Didn’t Listen
…Black Woman to Open at No. 1 Bryant founded the nonprofit in 2011 with hopes to open up the world of technology — from robotics to mobile app design —…
Anne-Laure Le Cunff: Putting a Health Coach in Your Pocket
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Get Over It: That Negative Voice Inside Your Head
…Amanda Curtis of Nineteenth Amendment told us via our 1,000 Stories project. “All other problems, money, consumers, technology can be solved with outside resources. Believing in oneself must come from…
From Philanthropy to Impact Investing: The Role of Women Investors in Asia
…is good news. IIX’s database shows that women investors are more socially-minded and tend to focus on more human-centric investments such as health and education, rather than technology-focused energy businesses….
Entrepreneurs: Slow, Unreliable Web Hurting Business
…for women entrepreneurs online, we are sensitive to the fact that we can only reach audiences who have access to technology. On average, approximately 25 percent fewer women than men…
A Nigerian Entrepreneur Teaches Women to Farm and Grow in Self-Confidence
…pay their children’s [school] fees, support the family and build shelter for themselves.” Otu keeps in touch with the women through mobile technology, as nearly all have cell phones. “We…