To mark the end of the year and the outstanding achievements of ACM-W Chapters around the globe, we extended an invitation to our community to engage in the ACM-W Holiday Trivia Challenge — an enjoyable, open-book quiz crafted to showcase the progress, innovation, and worldwide impact of ACM-W. Trivia questions underscored the diversity and dynamism […]

Quiz link: Chapters Trivia Celebrate the season with a bit of fun! Our Holiday Trivia Challenge invites you to test your knowledge of ACM-W Chapters from around the world. Whether you’re a long-time ACM-W supporter or just curious to learn more, this quick quiz is a great way to discover surprising facts—and maybe win a […]

by Asegul ‘Ace’ Hulus We are happy to announce the creation of 24 ACM-W chapters across the globe during the second and third quarters of 2025, marking a milestone in our mission to support and celebrate women in computing. The growth includes 11 professional chapters and 13 student chapters, across as many institutions all over […]

This month, we welcome two new members to the ACM-W Global Chapters Committee: Alicia and Raghda. They joined that team to strengthen their focus on supporting the creation and celebration of student and professional ACM-W chapters. Alicia Julia Wilson Takaoka has a PhD in social informatics and human-computer interaction. As a postdoctoral researcher at Erasmus University […]

Bridging Traditions and Innovation: Azerbaijan ACM-W Chapter’s Collaborative Excellence  Written by Asegul Hulus Welcome back, readers! Today, we’ll be travelling to Azerbaijan to showcase a unique collaboration in the ACM-W community. The Azerbaijan ACM-W Chapter collaborates with the ADA ACM Student Chapter, creating a unique model that combines experienced professionals with enthusiastic students. It was […]

By Bettina Bair and Asegul Hulus The ACM-W North America Professional Chapter Summit, a hybrid meeting hosted in Cleveland, Ohio, took place on June 2, 2025. It was a day of connection, collaboration, and celebration for leaders from Canada, the United States, and Mexico, creating a vibrant community of women for women in computing. Leadership […]

Written by Asegul Hulus Empowering Women Leaders Across India Welcome back, readers! Today, we’re taking a vibrant journey to India to showcase two remarkable ACM-W Professional Chapters that are transforming the landscape for women in computing. Despite being thousands of kilometres apart geographically, the ACM-W Pune and Chennai chapters share a unified mission and face […]

Written by Asegul Hulus Welcome back, travel enthusiasts! Today, we’re visiting the Kharkiv Information & Communication Technologies (ICT) ACM-W Chapter in Ukraine to showcase its extraordinary resilience and commitment to women in computing. This dedicated team continues to innovate amidst unprecedented challenges. I was fortunate to speak with two committed chapter leaders, Dr. Oleksandra Yeremenko […]

Your Gateway to Local Leadership and Global Connections This blog post is based on Episode 16 of ACM Women’s “Celebrating Technology Leaders” series, where Dr Bushra Anjum discussed the importance of professional chapters and the expanding global community for women in technology with the ACM-W Professional Chapters Committee. The Professional Chapters Committee is chaired by […]

Written by Asegul Hulus Glad to have you back, travellers! Let’s embark on a sun-soaked adventure through the Greek islands, discovering the Greek ACM-W Chapter, a place where ancient knowledge blends with cutting-edge technology to advance gender equality in computing.  I am interviewing Dr. Maria Roussou, Associate Professor of Interactive Systems at the University of […]

Written By Asegul Hulus Avid readers, welcome to the vibrant city of Nairobi, Kenya! Join ACM-W’s global journey to East Africa this month, where we feature a chapter demonstrating remarkable resilience, vision, and dedication to advancing women in computing across the continent. With Audrey Mbogho at the helm, the Nairobi ACM-W Chapter is achieving great […]

ACM-W is excited to announce five new professional chapters across four continents, expanding its global reach from December 2024 to March 2025. These chapters showcase our continued commitment to supporting, celebrating, and advocating for women in the global computing field. Canberra ACM-W Chapter (Australia) – December 2024 The Canberra chapter, chaired by Shabnam Kasra, strengthens […]

Written By Asegul Hulus Welcome, Avid Readers, to your stop at Dunedin Railway Station!  ACM-W Professional Chapters’ global journey brings you to the picturesque Dunedin, New Zealand, where we’ll highlight a chapter demonstrating the power of community, commitment, and innovative outreach to advance women in computing.  Thoughtful leadership, cultural inclusivity, and engaging programs within the […]

Written By Asegul Hulus Welcome back, Avid Readers! Hello again, everyone! Ace, your friendly tour guide, is back to continue our worldwide journey of ACM-W Professional Chapters. We’re off to the inspiring Mediterranean island of Cyprus today! The ACM-W Cyprus Chapter is reshaping the computing world through its commitment to innovation, inclusion, and empowering women. […]

Written By Asegul Hulus My name’s Ace, and I am both an investigative journalist and a member of the Professional Chapters Committee. This year, I will be conducting interviews with each Professional Chapter. We will travel the world and visit each Professional Chapter, and I will be your friendly tour guide. Our tour is fueled […]

ACM-W is excited to announce the launch of the ACM-W Professional Chapters Committee! This new project team will promote the mission of ACM-W to support the creation of new professional chapters worldwide and provide resources for the maintenance and growth of existing chapters.  ACM-W Professional Chapters provide a safe and friendly space for social interaction […]