From Idea to Impact: A Creation Studio for Women Changing Tech
Anna Ackermann
Creating a tech-future we're excited for
Nithima Ducrocq
Impact Tech Founder and Consultant
The world needs you to shape the future of tech
Are you worried about the path tech & AI is currently taking?
Are you doubting you're capable of turning ideas to reality?
We're Anna & Nithima and we'll give you the space to create impact through building.
Building that blog, that podcast, a community project or a whole business. We believe it's time you claim the agency about your future you deserve.
Whatever position you're finding yourself in - this is your moment to build something that's yours.
You already have all you need. This studio will help you connect with your resources - on the outside and within.
You will receive the whole suite of what you need to successfully build an impactful project targeting tech & AI.
Everything we've learned, from business design, to prototyping, to personal branding.
You'll also receive:
weekly live community calls
feedback and support from us
1:1 sessions
expert talks, networking opportunities and more
a follow-up call 30 days after the program ends
opportunities to find your co-founder
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Money won't be a barrier, it's pay what you can. Reach out!
What you’ll learn
We'll guide you through the process of building for the world - while staying connected with yourself.
Receive a tried and tested process, from problem identification to idea validation to scaling strategies
Learn by doing: Walk through the process with guidance by experts and peers
A first draft, a first version, a first group call. Whatever it is - we'll take you there.
Turn procrastination and doubt into safely moving forward
Learn how to get funding, how to generate income and get paid for what you love doing
Gain access to resources and further learning opportunities
Optional: Public speaking and personal branding with confidence sessions
Learn the about the Do No Harm principle through case studies, frameworks and application
Expert talks and live discussions to learn directly from the field
Debunking hustle culture and founder burn-out: Learn how to connect deeper with yourself while creating
Overcome procrastination and self-doubt: Identify hidden beliefs and blockers, to turn them into the positive
The facilitators are providing a warm and understanding space so you can come as you are, without performance or pressure
Weekly live sessions: Learn from others while supporting them on their own journey
Networking opportunities and skills marketplace: You don't have to do this alone
1:1 Session opportunities with Anna and Nithima
Learn directly from expert instructors
Anna Ackermann
5+ years of entrepreneurship, digital rights and facilitation
Nithima Ducrocq
10+ years across startups, NGOs and global organisations
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She Shapes Digital
For Women Shaping The Future Of Tech
Who this course is for
The policy person who's tired of recommending and wants to start implementing. Step out of the think tank and let's go.
The one with a full note on her phone. You circle around an idea for years? Stop getting ready and let's go.
The one worried it'll get bad. Shape the future of tech and level up your personal finances. Stop scrolling/ruminating and let's go.
What's included
Live sessions
Learn directly from your instructors in a real-time, interactive format.
Lifetime access
Go back to course content and recordings whenever you need to.
Community of peers
Stay accountable and share insights with like-minded professionals.
Certificate of completion
Share your new skills with your employer or on LinkedIn.
Resources and templates
We want to make it as easy as possible for you to build. We'll give you templates and practical guidance to do so.
Personal feedback and support
We are with you the whole way. Whenever you struggle or don't know the next step: We got you
Expert talks and inspiring stories
We invite successful female founders in impact tech to share her story. Apart from that, we include inspiration and our own tips throughout the whole course.
Network access
We offer to help you find co-founders or funding through our network across the UN, Europe's start-up ecosystem and Global Majority funding bodies
Maven Guarantee
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Course syllabus
Week 1
Identify a problem you love solving
Designing for your audience
Connecting with your true purpose
Week 2
Stop scoping, start deciding: Beating perfectionism
Test your ideas before building them
Responsible Design Methods and Frameworks
Schedule
Live sessions
3 hrs / week
The time is short but intensive. We will have two 1,5 hour live calls each week plus a 30 minute self-work session.
Projects
1-5 hrs / week
The time is short but intensive. We will have two 1,5 hour live calls each week plus a 30 minute self-work session. Of course, you're invited to work more on it.
Async content
1-3 hrs / week
We will cover most content in the live sessions but will share resources and additional materials.
Frequently asked questions
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Reimbursement
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