About Global Quantum for Women
Global Quantum for Women is a global platform advancing inclusive participation, leadership, knowledge exchange, and collaboration in quantum technologies.
We bring together people and perspectives from research, academia, industry, entrepreneurship, education, policy, and civil society to contribute to the development of a more inclusive and globally connected quantum ecosystem.
Advancing Participation, Leadership, and Connection
To advance women’s participation and leadership in quantum technologies while building connections between education, innovation, thought leadership, and global collaboration.
We seek to expand access to knowledge and professional opportunities, foster meaningful dialogue, and support the development of a quantum ecosystem in which diverse talent can contribute to scientific, technological, economic, and societal progress.
Scientific Excellence, Inclusive Opportunity, Global Collaboration
A quantum future in which scientific excellence, inclusive opportunity, and global collaboration advance together.
We envision an ecosystem where women participate across the full spectrum of quantum innovation: as researchers, engineers, entrepreneurs, educators, executives, investors, and decision-makers.
We also envision a globally connected intellectual community in which discussions about quantum technologies extend beyond technical development to include their implications for leadership, education, society, and the future of human capability.
Four Interconnected Priorities
Our work is guided by four interconnected priorities that shape everything we do.
Knowledge & Capability
Supporting access to quantum knowledge and the development of skills relevant to emerging technologies.
Leadership & Opportunity
Advancing women’s professional visibility, participation, and access to leadership opportunities across the quantum ecosystem.
Intellectual Exchange
Creating spaces for thoughtful, multidisciplinary dialogue on quantum innovation and its wider implications.
Global Collaboration
Connecting individuals and institutions to encourage knowledge exchange, partnerships, and ecosystem development.
Technology, People, and Ideas Must Advance Together
We believe quantum innovation is both a scientific endeavor and a human undertaking. Building technological capability requires more than access to advanced tools — it requires education, leadership, collaboration, and informed public engagement.
For this reason, our work connects workforce development and inclusion with broader conversations about the future of technology, institutions, and society.
Our goal is to contribute to an ecosystem that is technically capable, intellectually engaged, and open to talent and ideas from across the world.
“Our work connects workforce development and inclusion with broader conversations about the future of technology, institutions, and society.”
Alicia Fawcett
Quantum Innovation · Women’s Leadership · Workforce Development · Global Collaboration
A convener, speaker, and contributor to international discussions on emerging technologies, human capability, and the future of work.
A Vision for a More Inclusive Quantum Future
Global Quantum for Women was founded on the belief that the development of quantum technologies must be matched by an equally ambitious commitment to people, opportunity, and leadership.
Through the platform, our founder brings together conversations on quantum innovation, workforce readiness, women’s leadership, and the broader societal implications of emerging technologies. Her vision is to help build a globally connected quantum ecosystem in which talent can contribute across disciplines, sectors, and geographical boundaries.
Meet Our FounderMeet the People Behind the Mission
Explore the vision and leadership that founded Global Quantum for Women.