Ashoka
Sonja Betschart is the most recently elected Ashoka Fellow in Switzerland
Sonja Betschart's visionary leadership of WeRobotics exemplifies a commitment to democratizing access to emerging technologies for positive social change. Her work not only empowers local communities but also challenges global power dynamics in technology and development.
The newly released Power Footprint Report by WeRobotics marks a pivotal step towards quantifying and redistributing power within international development organizations. This comprehensive report offers insights and pathways for organizations to become true agents of change, fostering a more equitable and inclusive ecosystem for global development.
Who are Ashoka Fellows
Ashoka Fellows are the world’s leading social entrepreneurs. They champion innovative new ideas that transform society’s systems, providing benefits for everyone and improving the lives of millions of people. Ashoka Fellows define the new roadmaps that allow people to thrive in this new environment, while providing solutions and demonstrating the how-tos. They are the ultimate role models in today’s world.
Fellows from Switzerland
Christine Theodoloz-Walker
Ashoka Senior Fellow since Aug 2008
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