Women IA & Data Academy: Another Step Toward Women’s Inclusion

Partners

The U.S. Embassy
Celtiis Benin
Francophone and African Artificial Intelligence Agency
Bourjon Investment Holding

WOMEN IA & DATA ACADEMY (WIADA) is our program of excellence dedicated to training young women in the strategic fields of Big Data and Artificial Intelligence. In light of the digital revolution and the growing demand for expertise in data analysis and AI, WIADA is committed to addressing the gender gap in these cutting-edge technology sectors.

Our academy offers a comprehensive and intensive program that includes:

Fundamentals of Data Science and Advanced Statistics;
Big Data analysis and visualization techniques;
Machine learning algorithms;
Development of artificial intelligence models;
Data Ethics and Governance;
Our Educational Approach.

WIADA is implementing an innovative learning methodology:

Hands-on training based on real-world African use cases;
Access to state-of-the-art technological infrastructure;
Guidance from international industry experts;
Concrete projects in partnership with local businesses;
Personalized mentoring from women leaders in data science;
Impact and Career Prospects.

Our program directly addresses the growing need among companies and organizations for qualified talent in data science and AI. WIADA graduates are prepared for careers as:

Data Scientists and Data Analysts;
Machine Learning Specialists;
AI and digital transformation consultants;
Women researchers in artificial intelligence;
Tech entrepreneurs developing AI-based solutions.

Vision and Ambition

WIADA aims to create a pan-African network of women experts in data and AI, capable of developing innovative solutions tailored to the continent’s specific challenges. Our ambition is to position Africa as a hub of excellence in AI, with women at the heart of this technological revolution.