AI4Her is an initiative by Women in IT (WIT), Lebanon that seeks to narrow the gender gap in technology by introducing 15 to 17-year-old girls to Artificial Intelligence.
This one-day event at the American University of Beirut (AUB) brings together 150 students from public and private schools across Lebanon to explore Artificial Intelligence applications. The program includes 10 parallel workshops led by expert facilitators, supported by academic and private-sector partners, allowing students to learn, create, and share ideas. The event also features a dedicated session for 20 teachers introducing AI concepts and how AI can be used in education.
AI is transforming many fields including art, media, science, education, and environmental action, and tools such as ChatGPT, Copilot, and Gemini are increasingly used by students, teachers, and professionals.
By September 2025, AI users reached about 900 million (11% of the global population). However, girls in Lebanon and the Arab region still face barriers to accessing AI education and understanding its creative potential. This reflects a wider global gap where 244 million more men than women use the internet, and in low-income countries 9 out of 10 adolescent girls and young women are offline compared to 7 out of 10 boys and young men.
A one-day event combining hands-on workshops and collaboration. The event will include 10 parallel engaging 150 girls, followed by an exhibition showcasing the outcomes.
WHAT WE ACHIEVE
Every workshop, every prototype, every spark of curiosity moves us closer to a more inclusive future in technology.
150 girls and 20 teachers gain a foundational understanding of AI and its real-world applications.
10 creative projects or prototypes developed during or shortly after the workshops.
Increased confidence, curiosity and interest in technology among young girls.
Stronger collaboration between schools, universities and private sector partners.
A public showcase celebrating youth creativity and innovation.
AI4Her is designed as a pilot initiative with national scaling potential, creating the foundation for a sustainable ecosystem that supports girls in technology.
FUTURE PLANS INCLUDE
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Established in schools nationwide, giving girls a safe space to explore AI year-round.
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Ongoing learning modules that equip educators to champion AI literacy in their classrooms.
National AI4Her events that celebrate progress and inspire the next generation every year.
Documenting girls' projects and stories, amplifying their voices and preserving their impact.
OUR LONG-TERM GOAL
To build a sustainable pipeline of empowered girls and young women in Artificial Intelligence.
Whether you want to participate, form a partnership, or explore sponsorship opportunities, we'd love to hear from you.
