FutureHer Mentorship | Apply by October 29, 2026
Four weeks.
One city challenge.
Your ideas.
For girls in Grades 7–12. Build a Smart Toronto City project with women in STEM, and a squad of girls exploring alongside you.
01 / Learn by doing
Your idea, step by step.
One project. Four ways to explore it. Guidance at every stage.
Hello, Girl in STEM
FutureHer is a free mentorship program that helps girls explore STEM, build confidence and real-world skills, and imagine the futures they can create. Over four weeks, participants join live weekend classes, complete practical projects, and receive individual guidance from mentors.
This year’s Smart Toronto City mission invites them to tackle real challenges through science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Along the way, they meet other curious girls, develop useful skills, and learn from women who can inspire their next steps.
Upon completing your mission at our live Toronto Showcase, you will officially graduate into our Alumni Network, unlocking lifelong mentorship, peer networking, and exclusive future opportunities.
02 / Meet your squad commanders
Real women. Real guidance.
Ask questions, get project feedback and prepare to share your ideas.
Erin Gallagher
Staff Software Engineer @ Uber
Ama Ansah
Technical Analyst @ University Pension Plan
Krystel Gem Reyes
Ontario Land Surveyor
Lois Adeyemo
Engineer & Founder
Adelois Consulting
03 / From your screen to the summit
Meet your squad. Share your ideas.
Celebrate at the FutureHer Summit, meet women in STEM and explore the opportunity to present your city solution.
December 5, 2026 | 4PM – 9PM ET | Toronto
A quick note for parents
For girls in Grades 7–12
Parent or guardian consent required
Computer and reliable internet needed
No programme or application fees for this intake
APPLICATION DEADLINE
October 29, 2026
Questions? info@adelois.com
FAQs
My daughter has zero coding, science, or engineering experience. Can she still join?
Yes! The squad is designed for all skill levels. Our curriculum meets recruits exactly where they are. Whether she is opening a data spreadsheet for the very first time or has already dabbled in building her own website, our small cohorts and university mentors ensure she receives customized guidance that matches her pace.
What is the age group for this program?
We recruit students in Grades 7 through 12 (middle school and high school). During our live virtual workshops, students are grouped into peer-matched cohorts so they are collaborating and problem-solving with girls of a similar age.
What is the "Squad Alumni" mindset?
We don’t view this as a 4-week class where students graduate and leave. Completion of the program automatically inducts your daughter into our permanent Alumni Network. This unlocks ongoing peer connection, future mentorship opportunities as she navigates high school and university applications, and a pipeline to step up as a student mentor for future cohorts—an incredible leadership line item for her resume.
How does this program touch every pillar of STEM?
Most programs only focus on coding. Our curriculum challenges the squad to build an integrated Smart City Solution. In Week 1 (Science), they analyze climate data. In Week 2 (Tech), they build a mobile app prototype. In Week 3 (Engineering), they model 3D structures using CAD software. In Week 4 (Math), they calculate project logistics and build a professional pitch deck.
What technology does she need to participate?
She will need a stable internet connection and a laptop or desktop computer (Windows, Mac, or Chromebook) with a working webcam and microphone for our live sessions. All software and design tools used in the program are web-based, meaning you will not need to buy or download expensive applications.