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Carolyne Ekyarisiima, born on June 20, 1986, is a social entrepreneur, Computer Scientist and a business woman with significant contributions to the fields of information and communication technology (ICT) , agriculture, and education. She is renowned for co-founding Apps and Girls, a non-governmental organization dedicated to increasing the number of women in science through innovative IT initiatives.[1]. Apps and Girls, the organization she co-founded, uniquely combines computer programming training with community and tech entrepreneurship[2]. Through this initiative, girls are equipped to develop projects that benefit their communities while also learning to start businesses. This dual approach aims to increase employment opportunities and reduce poverty, fostering social-economic growth.[3]
Since 2011, Carolyne's efforts have helped bridge the gender gap in the tech industry, promoting greater female participation in science and technology. Her work has not only provided young women with critical skills but also inspired a new generation of tech entrepreneurs dedicated to making impactful changes in their community and beyond.[4]
Carolyne Ekyarisiima
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| Born | June 20, 1986 Uganda |
| Nationality | Ugandan |
| Education | Bweranyangi Girls' Senior Secondary School
Valley College Senior Secondary School Kampala International University (CS) - Main Campus -Uganda Kampala International University in Tanzania - KIUT (MIS) |
| Known for | Founder - Apps and Girls Foundation
Co-Founder- WRIS Microfinance Co-Founder- WRIS Agro Co-Founder- NLab Innovation Academy |
| Notable work | CEO, Computer Scientist, Business Woman |
| Website | https://appsandgirls.com/ |
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- ^ "Scratch2050_1: 9.4 Making STEM and ICT Lessons Gender Responsive". elearning.reb.rw. Retrieved 2024-06-09.
- ^ "CAREER PROFILE : Bridging gender gap in technology". The Citizen. 2021-04-01. Retrieved 2024-06-09.
- ^ "Mwamko wa wasichana katika teknolojia Tanzania". BBC News Swahili (in Swahili). 2016-09-30. Retrieved 2024-06-09.