The African Scientific Research and Innovation Council (AU-ASRIC) Secretariat, in partnership with the International Center for Artificial Intelligence Research and Ethics (ICAIRE), is announcing the launch of the second Edition of the Women Elevate Program in collaboration with Microsoft.
This program is fully aligned with the AU-STRC and AU-ASRIC Initiative Towards Women Participation in Scientific Research in Africa under the overall umbrella of enhancing technical and professional competencies to accelerate Africa’s transition to an innovation-led knowledge-based economy.
The Women Elevate Program is a global initiative designed to bridge the gender gap in Artificial Intelligence by equipping 5,000 women across 61 countries with cutting-edge skills in AI fundamentals, cloud computing, and responsible AI ethics. This edition builds on the success of the first cohort, which trained and certified 1,000 women in 2024. The program aligns with key Sustainable Development Goals and addresses the pressing global AI skills gap.
This program offers 26 hours of comprehensive training, covering key areas such as AI fundamentals, ethics, and cloud technologies. It is entirely free of charge and includes a Microsoft AI-900 certification voucher, making it accessible to all participants. An exclusive offer is available specifically for African women. The training experience is enriched through interactive workshops and personalized mentorship, while participants also gain access to a global network of professionals.
Explore more about the initiative via the https://elevate.icaire.
