STEMPower Her
STEMPower Her
About us
STEMPower Her is dedicated to bridging the gender gap in STEM by empowering young African women and girls with the tools to thrive in STEM careers.
STEMPower Her is dedicated to bridging the gender gap in STEM by empowering young African women and girls with the tools to thrive in STEM careers.
STEMPower Her is dedicated to bridging the gender gap in STEM by empowering young African women and girls with the tools to thrive in STEM careers.
Building skills, shaping futures
Building skills, shaping futures
Building skills, shaping futures
What we want to achieve
Our Vision:
An inclusive future where African women lead innovations in STEM and contribute meaningfully to sustainable development across the globe.
Our Vision:
An inclusive future where African women lead innovations in STEM and contribute meaningfully to sustainable development across the globe.
Our Vision:
An inclusive future where African women lead innovations in STEM and contribute meaningfully to sustainable development across the globe.
How we want to achieve it
Our Mission
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Empower and inspire young African women and girls to excel in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).
How we want to achieve it
Our Mission
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Empower and inspire young African women and girls to excel in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).
How we want to achieve it
Our Mission
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Empower and inspire young African women and girls to excel in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).
Our Impact in Action
Provide mentorship and guidance from emerging scholars, professionals, and thought leaders.
Access scholarship and fellowship opportunities for local and international study.
Host webinars, workshops, and info sessions on navigating STEM careers.
Connect members with global SDG-aligned initiatives.
Offer ongoing academic and career guidance through a supportive network.
Our Focus Areas
Sustainable Development Goals: SDG 4 (Quality Education) & SDG 5 (Gender Equality)
Inclusion and equity in STEM
Long-term support: from high school to professional leadership roles
OUR IMPACT
Our Impact
in Action
Our Impact
in Action
Our Impact
in Action
2/5
“As I transition into a Research Affiliate role with the Illinois State Geological Survey (ISGS), I remain grateful for the mentorship, preparation, and encouragement that helped shape my journey”
Christabel Abugu
Young Professional
3/5
"In Spring 2026, I began my Master of Natural Science in Environmental Science program at Columbus State University in the United States. It has been one of the biggest transitions of my life, and I am grateful that I did not have to navigate it alone."
Ayomiposi Akinyemi
Graduate Student
4/5
"That support led to opportunities beyond what I had imagined. I received two graduate school offers: a Graduate Assistantship from Illinois State University and the prestigious Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at McGill University in Canada."
Adeola Karimot
Mastercard Alumni
5/5
"I had the privilege of serving as a lead author on a recently completed collaborative research project and gained opportunities to present research at conferences through the initiative. These experiences strengthened my leadership, communication, and collaboration skills."
Comfort Akinleu
Mentee
2/5
“As I transition into a Research Affiliate role with the Illinois State Geological Survey (ISGS), I remain grateful for the mentorship, preparation, and encouragement that helped shape my journey”
Christabel Abugu
Young Professional
3/5
"In Spring 2026, I began my Master of Natural Science in Environmental Science program at Columbus State University in the United States. It has been one of the biggest transitions of my life, and I am grateful that I did not have to navigate it alone."
Ayomiposi Akinyemi
Graduate Student
4/5
"That support led to opportunities beyond what I had imagined. I received two graduate school offers: a Graduate Assistantship from Illinois State University and the prestigious Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at McGill University in Canada."
Adeola Karimot
Mastercard Alumni
5/5
"I had the privilege of serving as a lead author on a recently completed collaborative research project and gained opportunities to present research at conferences through the initiative. These experiences strengthened my leadership, communication, and collaboration skills."
Comfort Akinleu
Mentee
2/5
“As I transition into a Research Affiliate role with the Illinois State Geological Survey (ISGS), I remain grateful for the mentorship, preparation, and encouragement that helped shape my journey”
Christabel Abugu
Young Professional
3/5
"In Spring 2026, I began my Master of Natural Science in Environmental Science program at Columbus State University in the United States. It has been one of the biggest transitions of my life, and I am grateful that I did not have to navigate it alone."
Ayomiposi Akinyemi
Graduate Student
4/5
"That support led to opportunities beyond what I had imagined. I received two graduate school offers: a Graduate Assistantship from Illinois State University and the prestigious Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at McGill University in Canada."
Adeola Karimot
Mastercard Alumni
5/5
"I had the privilege of serving as a lead author on a recently completed collaborative research project and gained opportunities to present research at conferences through the initiative. These experiences strengthened my leadership, communication, and collaboration skills."
Comfort Akinleu
Mentee
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students mentored
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