GirlEng Technovation Camp 2025

The primary objective of the GirlEng Technovation Camp is to inspire girls to adopt the mindset and practices of engineers. This goal is realized through a combination of personal development, fostering STEM awareness, and mentorship provided by female engineering students.

GirlEng Technovation Camp 2025

The GirlEng Technovation Camp is designed to inspire high school girls from Grade 9-11 to develop the mindset and skills of engineers and innovators. The programme fosters personal development, STEM awareness, and mentorship provided by female engineering students and professionals.

A key feature of the camp is the LaunchPad Activity, part of the global #1MillionGirlsinSTEM campaign. This initiative shifts the traditional question of "What do you want to be when you grow up?" to "What problems do you want to solve?". By reframing the approach to career aspirations, the camp empowers young girls to see themselves as problem-solvers and future leaders in STEM.

Programme Overview

The GirlEng Technovation Camp 2025 is a highly interactive, 4-day workshop designed to ignite the engineering spirit in young girls. Participants will gain exposure to real-world engineering concepts through:

  • The Future of Work and the Skills You Need – Introducing girls to the world of STEM and the role of engineers in shaping the future.

  • #AskAnEngineer Sessions – Female engineers from various backgrounds will share their experiences and answer questions.

  • LaunchPad Workshop – Focusing on STEM awareness, self-awareness, personal branding, and career mapping.

  • Innovation Challenge – Participants apply their skills to develop innovative solutions for challenges in their communities and present their ideas on the final day.

Tech Immersion (Coding and Robotics) – Engaging in introductory coding and robotics sessions.

Who Can Apply?

  • Female high school students currently in Grade 9 to 11.

  • Students must be studying mathematics (compulsory) and science (recommended).

  • Must show a strong interest in pursuing a STEM career.

  • Applicants must be based in Cape Town or Johannesburg.

Must be available for all four days of the workshop.

Event Details

  • Dates:

    • Cape Town: 30 June - 3 July 2025

    • Johannesburg: 8 - 11 July 2025

  • Time: 08h00 – 16h00 (daily)

Venues:

WomHub Cape Town: Foyer A, Sovereign Quay, 34 Somerset Rd, Green Point, Cape Town, 8001
WomHub Johannesburg: 5 Wessel Road, Rivonia Sandton