Message from the Executive Director
It’s hard to believe it is almost five years since we launched our first market campaign and began our work as a Foundation – especially because of the metamorphosis we have experienced since then.
In 2023, we leveraged upstream and downstream partnerships to reach underserved communities across Africa. In these pages you will be introduced to the work we have done and the lives that have been changed, We’re so proud of the stories—even as we recognize that there’s so much more work to be done.
I have a dream that one day the gender gap in tech will be a thing of the past and women and other minority groups will have equal representation and leadership roles throughout the industry. I have a dream that underrepresented communities including women of colour and individuals with disabilities will no longer face barriers in accessing education and employment opportunities in the tech industry. I have a dream that companies will prioritize diverse hiring practices fostering and inclusive workforce that represents the rich tapestry of our global society.
Through our work we have turned this dream into action, encouraging minorities to push beyond dreaming and planning into actually achieving their dreams in the tech industry. Despite the enormous challenges in the world around us, we still believe this dream and are taking action to create positive and sustainable change. This annual report highlights our growth, impact and activities in 2023.
We could never have achieved this without the wise oversight of our exceptional board, donor organisations, benevolent individual donors, dedicated staff members of Cybersafe Foundation, partners, mentors, volunteers, and supporters. Indeed it has taken a community to raise this child, Cybersafe Foundation and we are grateful.
Confidence Staveley
Founder/Executive Director
