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Empowering women to be the architects and decision-makers of Africa's digital future, not just consumers of technology.

Bridging the Gender Gap in Artificial Intelligence

Divas in AI is a growing community committed to increasing women's participation,  visibility, and leadership in artificial intelligence across Africa through research, training,  and practice. 
We equip women and girls with the knowledge, networks, and confidence needed to  participate meaningfully in the rapidly evolving AI ecosystem. Through programs,  mentorship, practical learning opportunities, and community engagement, Divas in AI  creates pathways for women to explore careers, build skills, and contribute to responsible  AI development. 
Our work focuses on bridging the gender gap in emerging technologies while ensuring that  African women are not only users of AI but also creators, researchers, and leaders shaping  its future. 

Leadership Note

A Message from Our Director

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Our Initiatives

Building Skills & Careers

Mentorship

A mentorship program connecting aspiring women in technology with experienced professionals.

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Learn + Connect Workshops

Interactive workshops designed to teach AI skills and connect women with professionals in the tech ecosystem.

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Career Advocacy & Job Placement

Supporting women in AI through career guidance, mentorship, and professional development opportunities.

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Empowering the Next Generation of AI Leaders

Founded as a dynamic initiative under AI Ghana, Divas in AI provides a vital, safe space for women to gain technical proficiency and overcome industry barriers. We believe that diverse voices are essential for ethical, innovative, and unbiased AI development.

Diversity in AI isn't just about fairness; it is about building better, more comprehensive technology that serves everyone.

Our Initiatives

Programs & Impact Stories

Explore the flagship programs, challenge-based learning experiences, and community-led initiatives Divas in AI uses to equip women with technical confidence, practical exposure, and leadership pathways.

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Hackathons

Hack for Change

Hack for Change 2025 brought together 85 participants across 24 teams to develop AI-driven solution addressing real-world challenges such as mental health...

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Training Programs

Her Digital Journey Program

Her Digital Journey introduces young women and girls to digital skills and artificial intelligence awareness through partnerships with educational institutions.

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Community Programs

Mentorship & Community Learning

Mentorship and community learning sessions connect aspiring women in technology with experienced professionals to support career growth in AI and data science.

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Leadership

The Women Behind Divas in AI

Deborah Arthur

Executive Director

John Bagiliko

Co-founder & CTO

Adwoa Yeboah Asante Afari

Operations Director
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Frequently Asked Questions

Divas in AI is a growing community dedicated to increasing the participation of women in artificial intelligence across Africa. The organization provides training, mentorship, research opportunities, and collaborative programs that help women learn, build, and deploy AI solutions. Divas in AI aims to empower women with the technical skills, confidence, and professional support needed to succeed in the AI ecosystem.

Our mission is to train 5,000 women in AI by 2030 through mentorship, practical training programs, innovation challenges, and research engagement. We aim to become the leading community supporting female AI talent while promoting education, inclusivity, and gender equality in the technology ecosystem.

Women remain significantly underrepresented in artificial intelligence and technology fields globally. In many AI-related spaces, female participation ranges between 20–30%. Divas in AI was created to close this gender gap by providing accessible learning opportunities, mentorship, and supportive communities that empower women to actively contribute to AI innovation.

Divas in AI is led by Deborah Arthur, the Director of the organization. She works alongside a leadership team and volunteers who coordinate programs, partnerships, research initiatives, and community activities to support women pursuing careers in AI and technology.

The Divas in AI community is open to women and girls interested in artificial intelligence, data science, machine learning, and emerging technologies. Members include students, professionals, researchers, entrepreneurs, and individuals who want to start or transition into AI-related careers.

We organize mentorship sessions, community discussions, and webinars that connect aspiring women in tech with working professionals. These sessions cover career guidance, practical learning pathways, industry insights, and advice on navigating opportunities in the tech space