Equality Initiative Ambassador:
Nana Ama Tima Boakye (she/her)

Why advancing Women in Energy is so important

Women have been making a significant impact in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields for centuries.
As the 21st century forges ahead, it is important to focus on significantly increasing the participation of underrepresented groups
in STEM education and careers. A gender-diverse industry will ensure inclusive decision-making that better accounts for diverse
perspectives. Providing inclusive roles for women in the energy sector will introduce broader perspectives, solutions,
and approaches to a sector that is predominantly led by men.

Introducing myself as a female Mechanical Engineer in my part is often greeted with sighs of surprise due to our few numbers.
There should be deliberate synchronized attempts by players in the energy sector to encourage and support more women to take
up careers in the sector. We too can.

Energy Field

• Renewable Energy Sources
• Energy Efficiency
• Fossil Fuels

Sector

• Public Management

Languages

• English

I'm offering the following support for the Equality Initiative

• Promote Equality Initiative activities, events, or achievements by speaking publicly and/or privately
• Provide support in the promotion, review and/or selection process of the Equality Initiative Awards Program
• Participate and or organize in the Equality Initiative regional, locally arranged, and/ or international events or meetings (virtual options included)

I'm offering the following support to female students and professionals transitioning to or starting out in the clean energy field

• Launch a new and/or join an existing networking or a matching/mentorship program through a virtual platform
• Offer or promote internships, scholarships, fellowships, job shadowing, or training
• Provide advice to early career professionals on finding, applying, and receiving job offers or how to "move up" in clean energy, and where possible actively support other women to advance in their careers
• Collect and share information on best practices for advancing women in the energy field
• Share how to gain experience and increase leadership in their sector
• Develop a career toolkit or other useful resource
• Participate in the review and winner selection process of the Equality Initiative Awards