Connect, Match & Empower Her
Mentor Match Kenya
Empowering Next Gen Women in STEM
Mentor Match Kenya is an online platform that connects women graduates with women professionals across the world to provide mentorship, peer learning, and ongoing support as they pursue different careers in STEM. Our goal is to equip women STEM graduates with the skills, tools, resources, and networks they need to succeed in their careers.
Who are we?
- Our Vision
At Mentor Match Kenya, our vision is to create a world where all young women in STEM are supported and empowered to reach their full potential through mentorship. We believe that every woman deserves the opportunity to thrive, regardless of their background or circumstances and this can be achieved through our global pool of mentors.
- Our Programs
Our programs are designed to provide women STEM graduates with the skills, knowledge, and resources they need to succeed in life. From academic support to job training, we offer a range of programs that are tailored to meet the needs of our youth. We also have a community on Discord to enable peer to peer networking and learning opportunities.
We are a team of passionate and dedicated professionals who are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of youth in our community. We bring a diverse range of skills and experience to our work, and we are united by our shared commitment to creating a better future for young people.Our team is keen on bringing mentorship right to everyone's doorstep.
Why Join Us as Mentors?
Become a part of a vibrant community dedicated to shaping the future of women in STEM.
- Expand Your Network
- Join a community of STEM Professionals across the globe and expand your network.
- Exclusive Meetups
- Have access to in-person regular meetups for mentors only.
- Training & Resources
- Gain access to trainings and resources for mentors.
- Certificate of Mentorship
- Certificate of mentorship to be offered at the end of every cohort.
Why Mentor Match Kenya?
With us, you will:
- Valuable Insights & Guidance
- Gain valuable insights and guidance from experienced professionals in your field.
- Expand Professional Network
- Expand your professional network and connect with industry leaders.
- Develop Essential Career Skills
- Develop essential career skills such as communication, problem-solving, and networking.
- Increase Confidence & Explore Opportunities
- Increase your confidence and explore new career opportunities.
Meet our leadership
Tima Ali
Co-Founder, Product & Engagement Manager
Tima Ali is a PMP-certified Products Tech Lead who transforms ideas into impactful products. With a background in Telecommunications Engineering, she excels at aligning technical execution with business strategy and leading high-performing teams to leverage technology for good
Atieno Allela
Co-Founder, Engineering Lead
Atieno is a Developer Relations Community Manager based in Sub-Saharan Africa, a role that combines her Computer Science background with a passion for emerging technologies and advancing Africa's tech ecosystem. She fosters connections between developers and experts, and spearheads training initiatives across the continent.
Previously, Eunice managed the Google Africa Developer Scholarship, empowering over 100,000 developers, and was a regional lead for the Women TechMakers Program.
Doreen Irungu
Co-Founder, Partnership Lead
Doreen Irungu is a social entrepreneur, agriculturist, and community developer with nearly two decades of international experience. She spearheads innovative solutions for climate resilience, sustainable living, modern education, and community empowerment. Doreen is dedicated to transforming rural communities by fostering mindset shifts, entrepreneurial coaching, and sustainable livelihoods, with a strong emphasis on mental health and overall well-being. She is also a passionate advocate for tec
Harriet Auma
Co-Founder, Research Lead
Auma Harriet is a dynamic IT professional,software developer and blockchain enthusiast driven to make a global impact.She works on building efficient, life-revolutionizing applications. Calm under pressure and relentlessly focused on excellence, she continuously learns to deliver high-quality solutions to complex challenges.
Meet our engineering team
Wycliffe Maina
Solutions Architect
Brayan Kai
Machine Learning Engineer
Atieno Allela
Engineering Lead
Wayne Gakuo
Solutions Engineer