Have you ever wondered what makes you stand out and how you can leave a lasting impression? One powerful way is by having strong design skills. These skills are important in many careers, like product design, software engineering, marketing, data science, project management, machine learning, artificial intelligence, telecom engineering, civil engineering, electronics, and more.

These fields often require professionals to create user-friendly interfaces, visually appealing presentations, effective marketing materials, and innovative solutions. Strong design abilities not only enhance the quality of work but also play a crucial role in how ideas and products are perceived and accepted in the marketplace.

On the last Saturday of the month of July, we welcome you to Design for Impact: Empowering Women in Tech Uganda, a community event hosted by Africa's Talking Women in Tech Uganda. This event is designed to equip participants with practical design skills using popular tools such as Figma, Adobe, and Canva.

Throughout the event, you'll engage in hands-on sessions led by experienced designers, learn the fundamentals of design principles, and explore creative techniques to elevate your work. You'll also have the opportunity to network with like-minded women and gain insights into the world of design.

Why Attend?

1. Gain Practical Design Skills: Learn to use powerful design tools like Figma, Adobe, and Canva to create impressive presentations, marketing materials, and more.
2. Enhance Your Career: Stand out in your field by mastering design skills that are valued across various industries, including tech, marketing, engineering, and data science.
3. Boost Your Employability: Design skills can open doors to side gigs, freelance opportunities, and new job prospects.
4. Network with Like-Minded Women: Connect with other women in tech, share experiences, and build a supportive community.
5. Compete and Win Prizes: Participate in our design challenge for a chance to win cash prizes and showcase your new skills. The winning design will receive cash prizes as follows:

• Winner: $100
• 1st Runners Up: $50
• 2nd Runners Up: $25

What to Expect

1. Hands-On Workshops: Engage in interactive sessions led by experienced designers, where you'll learn the basics and advanced techniques of design.
2. Skill-Building Activities: Take part in activities designed to help you apply what you've learned in real-world scenarios.
3. Expert Guidance: Receive personalized feedback and tips from industry professionals to improve your design projects.
4. Design Challenge: Put your skills to the test in a friendly competition with prizes for the top three participants.
5. Networking Opportunities: Meet fellow attendees, exchange ideas, and form lasting connections within the tech and design community.

Agenda

Registration and Welcome Breakfast

• Check-in and grab a light breakfast
• Meet and greet with fellow participants

Opening Remarks

• Introduction to the event and Africa's Talking Women in Tech Uganda
• Overview of the day's schedule and objectives

Session 1: Introduction to Design Principles

• Fundamentals of design principles
• Importance of design in tech and beyond

Session 2: Hands-on Workshop with Figma

• Basics of Figma
• Creating your first design project
• Interactive exercises

Lunch Break

Session 3: Designing with Canva

• Introduction to Canva
• Quick design hacks
• Collaborative design activities

Q & A discussions

• Question and Answer Session

Design Challenge 

• Discussion on What is expected to be designed
• Open the challenge

Networking

• Opportunity to connect with speakers and participants

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