Chair of Africa Union/NEPAD High Level Panel on Emerging Technologies, Prof. Yaye Kene Gassama, making her remarks during the launch
AWfB is a network of women with interest and passion in Science, Technology, and Innovation (ST&I). It aims to play a significant role in strengthening the capacity of African women to engage in biosciences and policy dialogue for sustainable livelihoods. The network, initiated in April 2017, is a brainchild of ISAAA AfriCenter. Dr. Margaret Karembu, Kenya chapter’s chairperson revealed that the new outfit will support the government’s effort towards implementation of The Big Four Action Plan. “This is a platform for women to engage the public on bioscience issues and advocate for investment in innovations that promote bio-based enterprises for sustainable livelihoods,” she explained. She also called on men to support the network to help bridge the gender equity gap and ensure women realize their dreams.
Membership is open to corporate organizations and affiliates that support gender equity through the ISAAA AfriCenter website. Know more about AWfB by downloading the AWfB Brochure or contact Dr. Margaret Karembu at mkarembu@isaaa.org.
