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Oreoluwa Lesi
W.TEC
Nigeria
Oreoluwa Lesi is a Nigerian technology entrepreneur, digital inclusion advocate, and social impact leader committed to advancing opportunities for women and girls through technology. She is the Founder and Executive Director of Women’s Technology Empowerment Centre (W.TEC), a nonprofit organization that empowers girls and women with technology skills, mentorship, and resources to pursue careers and opportunities in the digital economy. Through W.TEC, Oreoluwa has led initiatives that promote digital literacy, coding education, entrepreneurship, and leadership development for young women across Nigeria. Her work focuses on reducing the gender gap in technology by creating pathways for girls to engage with science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields. Oreoluwa is a respected voice in Africa’s technology and social innovation ecosystem, with extensive experience in information technology, program management, and community development. She has received recognition for her contributions to digital empowerment and women’s participation in technology, and she has worked with local and international organizations to advance inclusive access to digital skills. A passionate advocate for gender equity and technology education, Oreoluwa Lesi continues to inspire and equip the next generation of female innovators, helping to build a more inclusive and digitally empowered society.
Their work
She is the Founder and Executive Director of Women’s Technology Empowerment Centre (W.TEC), a nonprofit organization that empowers girls and women with technology skills, mentorship, and resources to pursue careers and opportunities in the digital economy.
Impact
A passionate advocate for gender equity and technology education, Oreoluwa Lesi continues to inspire and equip the next generation of female innovators, helping to build a more inclusive and digitally empowered society.