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Power to Code and Carlos III University of Madrid have successfully concluded the ninth edition of Technovation Girls, an event that has established itself as the largest technology and social entrepreneurship competition for girls globally. This year, the event brought together nearly 3,000 attendees at the Leganés campus, where participants presented innovative projects aimed at addressing various issues in their communities, all aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
A total of 451 teams, made up of 1,551 girls aged 8 to 18, took on the competition’s challenge, with 80% of them completing the training. This growth reflects the interest and drive for female leadership that Technovation Girls seeks to promote. The participants, organized into 218 teams, worked for four months to develop technological prototypes and business plans, which were then evaluated by a panel of experts in the technology field.
The projects presented addressed critically important topics such as environmental protection, health, education, and gender equality. Ángel Arias, rector of Carlos III University, delivered an inspiring message urging young girls to pursue their dreams without fear. Meanwhile, the Deputy Vice-Rector for University Promotion, Celeste Campo, encouraged participants to view the world through the perspective of other girls from the program. Alicia Mancheño, president of Power to Code, emphasized the importance of finding one’s own path and helping others along the way.
Nera González, the event ambassador in Madrid, highlighted that challenges are an opportunity for personal growth, reminding everyone that simply participating is already a triumph. The motivation of the young girls was further reinforced by speeches from prominent professionals, such as Dr. Eva Laín, an expert in Biotechnology, and Professor Maribel González Vasco, who encouraged participants to keep exploring and dreaming without limits.
Awards were presented in several categories, highlighting projects such as CACAO, MEDISFACE, and Lexifriends. The winning teams will advance to the international semifinals, where they will have the opportunity to compete for a place in the global Technovation finals scheduled for September.
This event not only represents a competition but has become a vital space for training future entrepreneurs and leaders in technology, promoting equality and challenging gender stereotypes.
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Source: MiMub in Spanish
