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The Michigan
Council of Women In Technology (MCWT) is the premier
association for women in Michigan’s technology community. It
welcomes members who want to network with like-minded
professionals, in the high technology arena; share hopes, and
practical issues; and find answers to business and personal
career-oriented challenges. People in the MPICT region may be
interested in this as a model for attracting and serving women
in ICT.
MCWT provides a robust web of technology resources and an
industry voice for its constituents, while fostering the
advancement of women in technology. This progressive
organization offers comprehensive programs structured to
effectively bring value to a diverse group of professionals.
The MCWT 501(c)3 non-profit Foundation is dedicated to
correcting the growing gender disparity gap in information
technology.
MCWT Foundation strengthens Michigan (its corporations and
organizations) by encouraging workplace diversity, innovation
and competitiveness. The Foundation strives to be a
self-sustaining source of inspiration, support, educational
programs and scholarships for Michigan's technologically
-oriented girls and women--- at all stages of their
lives and careers.
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As a
parent or teacher, have you ever wondered how
you can help young women become “IT (Information
Technology)-savvy?” And, as a result, have you
considered how to assist them in pursuing some
of the most lucrative, and worthwhile, careers
of the new millennium?
Whether girls want to pursue formal careers in
IT, or merely get over a fear of high-tech
gadgets, there are tangible things adults can do
to support technical literacy in young women.
Information for
Parents, Teachers and
Professional Women. |
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MCWTF
offers many k-12 programs.
Camp Infinity is a one-week summer
technology camp for 9-13 year old girls created
by the MCWT Foundation. The camp addresses the
primary reasons girls lose interest in
technology – confidence, social relevance, and
social (peer) acceptance. Go ahead!
Download the application. Or if you’re into
Robotics, check out the
Robotics Grants being offered to all female
teams! And if competition and web design is your
forte, then take a peek into the
MCWTF Web Design Contest! |
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The
Michigan Council of Women in Technology
Foundation is pleased to announce its eighth
annual
university scholarship, research grant and
laptop grant program, aimed at encouraging
deserving female students to pursue information
technology and technical careers. The 2011
competition commences immediately; and is open
to women, of all ages, pursuing technology
degrees and certifications at the college level.
Also, there are
GET-IT (Girls Exploring Together: Information
Technology) scholarships too! |
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