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Empowering women in STEAM
Welcome to BW4S

Empowering Benin women in STEAM to lead and innovate for a brighter future.

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OWSD BENIN CHAPTER

About the Organization

Benin Women 4 Science

The Benin Women for Science (BW4S) is the Benin National Chapter of the Organization for Women in Science for the Developing World (OWSD). It is based at the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA), Abomey-Calavi-Benin Republic.

In order to fulfil the objectives of OWSD, we committed to consolidate a database of women Scientists in Benin, provide personal mentorship to young girls and women in Science Technology Engineering Arts and Mathematics (STEAM) and support national initiatives that aim to empower Benin women in STEAM.

BW4S is a dynamic non-profit association, founded by Benin women scientists involved in research and science activities from a significant variety of fields of knowledge who support the idea of improving the participation and the number of women in STEAM in Benin.

"We believe that this platform will bring together enthusiastic women scientists and researchers, both living within the country and abroad to connect and work together in synergy for better development of Sciences in our country."

Notre Équipe

Get to Know Our Team

Meet the passionate team behind Benin Women for Science (BW4S)—scientists, researchers, and leaders dedicated to empowering women in STEAM.

Testimonials

Echoes from our Community

Discover the experiences of women leaders and scientists who make the OWSD Benin Chapter shine.

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My experience within the outgoing executive board of OWSD Benin allowed me to appreciate the association's positive impact in supporting women scientists and promoting their leadership. Through its awareness, training, mentoring, and capacity-building activities, OWSD Benin contributes significantly to the emergence of a more inclusive and equitable scientific community in Benin.

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Dr. Nadège AGBODJATO

North West University - South Africa

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OWSD-Benin is a positive space that propels women scientists and values female leadership. As a member, I am proud to be part of this community that relies on mentorship to help younger generations seize the best professional development opportunities.

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Primaelle Dossou-Yovo

Member of OWSD-Benin

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In my eyes, OWSD-Benin is a space for fulfillment and the promotion of female scientific leadership. It values the skills of women scientists while strengthening their confidence, visibility, and contribution to development through science.

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Miriam Charline Mahuclo KIKI

Community Development Engineer

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I believe that OWSD-Benin is a valuable crucible for Beninese women scientists in terms of career development and empowerment in research.

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Dr. Edna HOUNSA

Scientifique

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