On November 14th, 2024, the Women in Tech Global Awards illuminated the historic Hôtel de Lassay within the National Assembly, marking a pivotal moment for women in technology and innovation. Under the distinguished patronage of Yaël Braun-Pivet, President of the National Assembly, the event showcased the remarkable achievements of women across the global tech landscape.
A Global Gathering of Excellence
The 7th edition of the Women in Tech® Global Awards represented the culmination of an extraordinary three-month world tour. Featuring regional awards from LATAM, North America, Africa, Europe, APAC, MENA, and Caucasus and Central Asia, the event brought together winners from nine distinct award categories.
Award Categories Highlighting Diverse Achievements
The awards celebrated women’s contributions across multiple domains, including:
Tech Diplomacy Award (powered by Tech Diplomacy Forum)
Global Leadership Award
Most Disruptive Award (powered by Amazon)
Woman in Web3 Award (powered by The Sandbox)
Green Start-Up Award (powered by Heliorec)
Most Impactful Initiative Award (powered by Pluxee)
Best Ally Award (powered by Bouygues)
Aspiring Teen Award (powered by AXA)
Lifetime Achievement Award (powered by Absa)
A Platform for Empowerment
Consistent with the Women in Tech® Global mission, the awards continued the organization’s commitment to closing the gender gap in STEM sectors. The event provided a powerful platform to recognize and elevate women’s achievements in technology, advocating for gender diversity and fostering a supportive network for innovation.
Venue of Significance
The choice of the Hôtel de Lassay, the official residence of the National Assembly President, added profound symbolic weight to the event. Located in Paris’s prestigious 7th arrondissement, the historic venue underscored the event’s importance and the growing recognition of women’s contributions to technological advancement.