African women · politics & international relations
Rising together in public leadership.
Ascent is a community for African women in early-career politics and international relations—bringing together guides, conversations, and opportunities to support women building careers in politics and international relations.
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Making guidance, visibility, and access more available.
Our mission is to make guidance, visibility, and access more available to young African women navigating early-career entry into politics and international relations.
Our vision is to become a trusted community for African women seeking to grow, connect, and lead in public leadership careers across the continent.
"Equipping women in politics with the tools to break into careers that lead and effect change for their communities."
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From practical how-to guides to curated fellowships and internships, Ascent gathers what you need to move your career forward.
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Practical, supportive reading on breaking into politics and international relations, written for early-career women.
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