Shooting Stars Foundation

We’re beyond excited to announce our Pre-Datathon Workshop for the IBM Z Datathon 2024, powered by IBM and hosted by Shooting Stars Foundation! 🌟 🎙 Meet the Panel: • Panelists: Aathesh Vigram & Yadu Nandan B – 2023 IBM Z Datathon Winners 🏅 • Moderator: Aysath Rukshana, Program Manager, Shooting Stars Foundation 🎤 🗓 Date: 13th September 2024 🕣 Time: 8:30 PM IST 💡 Workshop Title: “What is IBM Z Datathon and How to Win It” Don’t miss this opportunity to hear firsthand from Aathesh and Yadu as they share their winning strategies, tips, and inspire you to aim high in the IBM Z Datathon 2024! But wait, there’s more! 🎁 Attend the workshop and you could WIN $30 in cash by entering one of our exciting raffles! 💸 🔗 Ready to join? Register now and get the Zoom link: https://lnkd.in/gwbQYEpz Mark your calendars and set your reminders, because this is the ultimate guide to winning the IBM Z Datathon! 🏆 Sudharsana Srinivasan Shalini Priyadarshini Vaidehi Suthar Diksha Chandel Latha Narayannan #IBMZDatathon #DatathonSuccess #TechInnovation #FutureLeaders #ShootingStarsFoundation #RaffleWinners #TechForEducation #Inspiration

🗓️ Save the Date: October 1st for #IBMZDay! Level up your #IBMZ skills and immerse yourself in a content-rich conference that offers deep insights into the technology powering the world’s economy. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to earn up to 3 IBM Z Day Knowledge Certificates! Register now: https://lnkd.in/g-wy9PmM IBM Sudharsana Srinivasan Shalini Priyadarshini Aysath Rukshana Vaidehi Suthar Latha Narayannan Diksha Chandel

We are thrilled to announce the upcoming launch of the SINGAR SKILLING Program – Shooting Stars Foundation's flagship initiative, set to begin in October 2024! 🎉 After the success of our previous batch, we are excited to welcome a new cohort of 40 talented women to our T Nagar Skilling Centre. This 4-month journey is designed to empower women from IT backgrounds with the skills and confidence they need to thrive in the tech industry. For "Free", participants will receive a complete package of learning, hands-on projects, and career support. Program Highlights: 🔹 Full Stack Development Training: Comprehensive curriculum covering the MERN stack (MongoDB, Express.js, React, Node.js). 🔹 Soft Skills Training: Enhance communication, teamwork, and interview readiness. 🔹 Industry Internships & Projects: Gain real-world experience through hands-on NGO and industry projects. 🔹 Placement Assistance: We’re here to support participants with job opportunities and career guidance. 🔹 NASSCOM Certification: Accredited certification to boost your career profile. 📅 Program Start Date: October 2024 📍 Location: T Nagar Skilling Centre, Chennai 💻 Seats Available: Limited to 40 participants Don't miss this opportunity to jumpstart your career in tech! Apply now and join our growing community of women in tech! 👩💻 #ShootingStarsFoundation #SingarSkilling #FullStackDevelopment #WomenInTech #TechCareers #SkillDevelopment #WomenEmpowerment Latha Narayannan Johannah Sandra Patricia Andrew Morrison Wilson Sakthivadivu (Sakthi) Sethumani

Take a look at a heartwarming week of #teamwork and making an #impact in the future of #STEM! The Shooting Stars Entrepreneurship Camp is a 1-week program with #Entrepreneurship and #innovation at its core. We had over 40 metro Detroit High School students at the Detroit Hispanic Development Corporation's Teen Best Buy Center. Participants came from 14+ schools and 100% were from an underserved minority background. Sessions included Ideation, Product Design, Marketing, Finance, and Interactions with Entrepreneurs and Professionals. The students worked in teams, pitching their ideas to judges, and won multiple prizes. The week concluded with an amazing award ceremony that inspired them to consider STEM and Entrepreneurship. 60% of participants said they would consider a STEM Major when applying for college. Thanks to the following folks for making it happen! DHDC Team - Marisol Teachworth / Adrian Salazar Organizers – Vishal Swamy, Anish M., Aditya Akkaraju Volunteers - Nirvan Daram, Eashan Daram, Gowtham Kantamneni Mentors - J. Moore, Veer Patel, Aysath Rukshana, Raju Brahmandhabheri SSF Team – Latha Narayannan, Oindrila Das Vaidehi Suthar, Balakumar Thangavelu (Bala), Chris Gaebler, Deepti Pillai, Detroit Hispanic Development Corporation

Did you know only 5.9% of tech startups in India are founded by Women ONLY founders? As India presses the paddle on its growth story, Women Entrepreneurship should take the driving seat!! All India Women ONLY Start-a-thon is a Women exclusive startup competition to support and maximise outcome for all aspiring women entrepreneurs of India 🚀 To register as a participant, fill this form: https://lnkd.in/g_wPYUBt To volunteer for the initiative, fill this form: https://lnkd.in/gMxndVnh Help us spread the word around!! https://lnkd.in/gsMPWBgu #women #entrepreneurship #founder #startups

The Shooting Stars Foundation is thrilled to invite you to the highly anticipated IBM Z Datathon—an exciting Global Datathon that promises to be a game-changer! 2024 IBM Z Datathon Date: October 19, 2024 Theme: Tech For Good Where: Online & In-person at India, Germany, South Africa, London Who: College Students Worldwide IBM Z Datathon is a 24-hour Datathon your chance to showcase your data-driven brilliance, tackle real-world challenges, and opportunity to win exciting prizes! Register Today: https://lnkd.in/gyyfpduw Bring your friends along & create exciting data-based solutions! You don’t want to miss the many opportunities to win along the way. Raffle Prizes: Team Raffle Prize: If you register with a team before October 1st, 2024, your team has a chance to win exciting raffle prizes! Individual Raffle Prize: Individual registrations before October 1st, 2024 will also be entered into a raffle for a chance to win - Referral Prizes and Questathon Prizes. Get ready to showcase your Tech for Good solution on October 19th, 2024! . . . . #IBMZDatathon #TechForGood #GlobalDatathon #InnovationChallenge #DataScience #HackForImpact #ShootingStarsFoundation #RegisterNow Sudharsana Srinivasan Shalini Priyadarshini IBM Diksha Chandel Vaibhav Chouhan Aysath Rukshana (Non-Profit Marketing Strategist 📌) Vaidehi Kuite Vaidehi Suthar Latha Narayannan

A huge thank you to everyone who participated in this year’s hackathon! Your passion and creativity were truly inspiring. We’re thrilled to announce our top 3 winners: 🥇 Winner: Team AIWH095 - Starfish SafeSpace: A platform for women’s safety and empowerment. 🥈 First Runner-up: Team AIWH037 - She_Crafts CyberGuard: Privacy and fairness through ethical AI. 🥉 Second Runner-up: Team AIWH081 - WomenCodeToGreen AI-driven solution for sustainable farming. A special shoutout to WWT for their generous sponsorship, making this event possible and empowering women in technology to drive change. Your support has been invaluable! A heartfelt thank you to our incredible mentors and judges—your guidance and expertise were crucial in shaping the participants’ journeys. To our amazing volunteers—your dedication behind the scenes ensured the event ran smoothly. This hackathon’s success is a testament to your hard work. Thank you to all participants for making this hackathon a resounding success. We can’t wait to see what you’ll achieve next! #WWTHackathon #WomenInTech #STEM #Innovation #Empowerment #Sustainability #EthicalAI #WWTLife Aditya Prabhakaron Vinay Garg Achal Sharma Aditi Saxena Namran Pan Divyaansh Bajpai Bharat Singh Vishal Jain Snigdha Bhardwaj Ruchitaa Khilnani PMP® Parul Khanna Muskan Poddar Shrishti Bhatnagar Pratiksha Janardhan Revati Joshi Ajay Dadheech Nitin Kannure Latha Narayannan Vaibhav Chouhan Aysath Rukshana (Non-Profit Marketing Strategist 📌) Vaidehi Suthar

We are privileged to have partnered with Amgen for the 4th year of the STEM Entrepreneurship Program, where we brought together 175 middle and high school students to inspire and nurture the next generation of STEM leaders. This collaboration is a testament to our shared commitment to promoting diversity in STEM and empowering young talent to shape the science of tomorrow. A heartfelt thank you to the 150+ Amgen staff who volunteered their time and expertise, and the amazing core team of Brian D'Souza Unamalai Krisnan, SAFe, CPA, Pawandeep Narang, SAFe, CSM, AWS and Vibha Daga under the executive leadership of Arpit Davé and Sal Khan for his inspiring words. Together, we are making a difference in the Los Angeles community and beyond! Latha Narayannan Amgen Foundation Khan Academy #STEMEducation #DiversityInSTEM #FutureLeaders #ShootingStarsFoundation

🇮🇳 Happy Independence Day! 🇮🇳 On this day, we honor the spirit of freedom and the relentless efforts of those who fought for our independence. At the Shooting Stars Foundation, we are inspired by the courage and determination that define our nation’s history. As we celebrate 77 years of independence, let’s pledge to continue empowering the youth of our country, nurturing innovation, and building a brighter future for all. Together, let’s keep the flame of freedom alive in every heart and inspire generations to come! Jai Hind! #IndependenceDay #IndiaAt77 #ShootingStarsFoundation #EmpoweringYouth #JaiHind Latha Narayannan Vaibhav Chouhan Aysath Rukshana (Non-Profit Marketing Strategist 📌) Vaidehi Kuite Vaidehi Suthar Deepti Pillai

🌟 A Heartfelt Thank You to the Cognizant Outreach Team and Volunteers! 🌟 Shooting Stars Foundation, extends deepest gratitude to the incredible Cognizant Outreach team and the dedicated volunteers who made the event on June 19th, 2024, a resounding success. Your unwavering support and commitment have made a significant impact on the lives of our students. 🎓 We are thrilled to share that 34 enthusiastic students participated in this transformative session. The knowledge, skills, and inspiration you provided are invaluable and will undoubtedly pave the way for their bright futures. Your partnership is a testament to the power of community and collaboration. Together, we are making strides towards empowering the next generation with the skills they need to succeed. Thank you, Cognizant, Balakumar Thangavelu (Bala) for the introduction and Archana Asokan(she/her), K.M.Dhilip Kumar Poovannan K G, Nazar Mahammad, Ankita Mitra Ashwin David Shalan for your generosity and for believing in our mission. We look forward to many more successful collaborations! #ThankYou #CognizantOutreach #ShootingStarsFoundation #CommunityImpact #StudentEmpowerment #FutureReady Andrew Morrison Wilson Johannah Sandra Patricia Latha Narayannan Deepti Pillai