Awest Barn – About Us

Who We Are

We are a community of African Women in Engineering, Science and Technology, who are deliberate about charting a professional career path and acquiring a Barn of globally recognized trainings and certifications as we grow through the ranks.

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LinES & Tech

This is an outreach event aimed at equipping final-year students and recent graduates for employability after graduation. These outreaches would be held in different universities across Africa.

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WinES & Tech

Is an event aimed at aspiring and growing African women who are already building a career in STEM and connecting them with organizations in need of their expertise. These events would be held in different cities across Africa.

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AWEST Showcase

AWEST Showcase is a sub-project which is aimed at showcasing African women who have successfully built a career in STEM and are breaking barriers in their respective niches.

_ THE FUTURE IS FEMALE

We have developed a career planning framework used to guide and mentor our members on how to chart a career path in engineering or tech fields.

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_UPCOMING & PAST EVENTS

Keep up with our latest events

October 24, 2025

AWEST Career Summit for Girls & Women in Tech

Join the AWEST Career Summit, a dynamic event inspiring girls and women in tech. Featuring keynotes from industry leaders, interactive workshops, and a career fair, this summit is your gateway to learning, networking, and building a powerful career.

May 5, 2025

Digital Marketing Career

Is Digital Marketing Right for You? The digital marketing industry is booming, offering endless opportunities for creativity, strategy, and growth. But how do you know if it’s the right fit for your skills and ambitions? From SEO and content creation to data analytics and paid advertising, digital marketing is a dynamic field that rewards adaptability and innovation.

May 31, 2024

UAV Drone Piloting Career

This collaborative event in partnership with Women In Signal Processing (WISP) is tailored for African Women who are considering a career that involves UAV Drone Piloting. The event seeks to build the capacity of the attendees by providing hand-on practical sessions and a Level-1 Pilot certificate afterwards

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_ OUR TEAM

A Collective of Brilliant African Women Empowering the Future

Awestbarn is a team of passionate and experienced professionals who are dedicated to empowering African women in engineering, science & technology.

Our team is made up of engineers, scientists, and technologists from a variety of backgrounds. We are proud to be a part of the Awestbarn team, and we are excited to help African women achieve their dreams.

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Connect with Us and Ignite Change hello@awestbarn.com