We’re thrilled to share with you the highlights from the recent Aspirations in Computing event in Toronto, where we celebrated the achievements of remarkable women in technology. Hosted by the National Center for Women & Information Technology (NCWIT), the event showcased the transformative power of encouragement, mentorship, and community in shaping the future of women in technology.
At the heart of this event were two dedicated organizers, Wendy Powley and Drorit Weiss, whose passion and commitment have propelled the mission of NCWIT forward. Prof. Wendy Powley is an Associate Professor at Queen’s School of Computing, Queen’s University with over three decades of experience. Wendy has mentored and inspired countless women in computing, both nationally and internationally. Her tireless efforts to celebrate and connect Canadian women in computing have left an indelible mark on the community.
The event was further enriched by the presence of five exceptional women—Nailah Ogeer, Julia McPolin, Julia Di Monte, Sinthu Sivanesan, and Shannon Klett. All former students of Prof. Wendy Powley, these inspiring individuals volunteered their time to engage with promising young women in computer science, sharing their insights and experience.
