CASE: VANESSA DOAKE, CODE LIKE A GIRL
In 2015, Vanessa Doake and Ally Watson co-founded the social enterprise Code Like a Girl with the mission of inspiring the next generation of girls to learn how to code.
Vanessa and Ally embraced a business in the STEM sector to help achieve their dreams of future-proofing the workforce and tackling issues around unemployment and sexism.
In the resources listed below, students will have the opportunity to learn about Vanessa's journey, the tools and techniques she used to create the business, and listen to her advice for girls wishing to follow their passion.
This case includes a video interview to watch in class, a written case study handout for students, and teaching notes.