We4Change: Women connecting for Environmental Change

The Digital Leadership Institute ("DLI") is a Brussels-based international organisation bridging the gender gap and digital divide by educating and empowering digital leaders of today and tomorrow.

Digital Leadership Institute

Rue d'Arlon 25

As part of the We4Change “Girls and Women connecting for environmental change” Erasmus+ international program, on 26 November 2022 women in Brussels will come together with experts, trainers and business coaches, in order to develop their digital and innovation skills, increase civic engagement and unlock their changemaking potential to address climate change and drive environmental transformation.We will look specifically at the topic of Smart Cities and Mobility, and how to make our communities more sustainable for the benefit of the entire society.But first, what is the We4Change Changemaking event?We4Change is a “hack for good” event where women with an entrepreneurial mindset, trainers and subject experts come together during a full-day marathon in order to solve specific challenges posed by climate and environmental change encountered in their communities. The event includes hands-on activities, training on digital, innovation and environmental awareness skills, problem-solving and co-creation of prototypes, as well as a pitching session by the changemaking teams.Who can participate?The events are open to all women* who want to contribute to prosperous, cohesive and sustainable societies! Participants are not required to have prior digital or innovation skills. Your curiosity and commitment to address the challenges posed by climate and environmental change are all you need!*Anyone who identifies as a girl or woman.How will you benefit from this event?<ul><li>You will learn new skills and information to bring into your daily life: a mindset to stay open to change and innovate, learn about how climate change affects particularly girls and women, what solutions are out there to tackle them and how can you be more active in supporting your local community;</li></ul><ul><li>You will acquire digital, business development and innovation skills through hands-on activities, co-creation of prototypes and pitching workshops;</li></ul><ul><li>Join an international community of like-minded women, including experts, activists, coaches and mentors dedicated to supporting you to achieve your changemaking potential.</li></ul>How to participate?The participation to the events is free of charge. All you have to do is to register on this page.Agenda9:30: Coffee and introduction of the event thematic by Digital Leadership Institute 10:00 – 13:00 : Climate Fresque Workshop 13:00 – 13:30: Lunch break13:30 – 14:30: Workshop: Build your first mobile app with MIT App Inventor14:30 – 17:00: Project proposals, ideation and work with coaches17:00 - 18:00: Projects presentation and feedback sessionFrequently asked questionsWhat if I don't have any digital or business skills?You are still welcome! We have dedicated digital and business skills development sessions, so you will be learning at the same time as the other participants. As long as you come willing to learn and contribute ideas.What if I don't have any entrepreneurial idea?You are still welcome! During the event you will be inspired and learn from others what kind of entrepreneurial solutions are out there or need to be developed, and you could join one of the teams already working on an idea.What do I bring?Bring your laptop, mobile phone, scratch paper and curiosity. We will provide some food, some drinks, wi-fi, power and challenges.How much it costs to attend the events?The participation to the events is free of charge.We4Change: Girls and Women connecting for environmental change is funded by the Erasmus+ programme of the European Union and seeks to contribute to the EU Youth Strategy with a specific female-focused approach, that responds directly to the specific gender-based needs of girls and young women across Europe, offering thus an appropriate and innovative way to empower and engage them in their communities and society-at-large.

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