Technical Assistance Database: Activity Details

Title: Women in STEM “Pitch & Protect” Conference – Kigali, Rwanda,
Description: This program aims to empowers women in STEM by transforming their innovative work into protected assets and strategic advantages. Through hands-on training linked directly to their projects, it builds practical IP management skills, enabling them to secure and extract value from their creations. Mentorship guides them in weaving IP strategy into the core of their research and businesses. Beyond individual growth, the initiative builds bridges between IP offices and women-led institutions, fostering a supportive ecosystem. It will capture and celebrate success stories, proving IP’s tangible impact, while cultivating a powerful regional network of women innovators for lasting collaboration and influence.
Type: Conference
IP Subject Area: Industrial Property
WIPO Sector: Division for Africa
Date From: 17/03/2026 - 19/03/2026
Venue City: Kigali
Venue/Host Country: Rwanda

Beneficiary / Participant Countries

Country Name No. of Members / Participants
Botswana 1
Ethiopia 1
Kenya 1
Mauritius 1
Namibia 1
Nigeria 1
Rwanda 10
South Africa 1
Uganda 1
United Republic of Tanzania 1
Total Number of Participants:  19