Championing Skills for Inclusive Green Transition

The third Shoktikonna Leadership Cohort 2025, in partnership with Devtale Partners, the European Union in Bangladesh, GIZ, and the WePOWER Network, invites passionate young women changemakers to apply and be part of a transformative journey.

PROUD GRADUATE

Gain access to advanced professional development trainings and internship opportunities. Join a growing alumni network of 100 empowered graduates.

KEY LEARNINGS

The learning program has been designed to introduce the trainees to key technical concepts in energy, leadership, and real-world problems.

GROW YOUR NETWORK

True opportunity to learn from the eminent experts from home and abroad. Expand you network with esteemed energy professionals in Leadership Summit and Solve-A-Thon.

GREEN SKILLS SUMMIT

Successful candidates will be joining a career summit leading to internship opportunities. Many esteemed private sectors partners are willing to welcome you at their campuses.

60 +

Selected Participants

15 +

International Experts

40 hrs+

Online Course

4 +

Organizing Partners

Invitation To

Third Cohort of Shoktikonna

If you are a young woman ready to take on the challenge of leading the green transition in your country, we invite you to apply and become part of the Shoktikonna Leadership Cohort. Let’s join hands in building a vibrant platform to empower future leaders with the skills, network, and opportunities to accelerate progress toward SDG 7.

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Selection will be based on the strength of each applicant’s profile and personal statement, as assessed by the Selection Committee.

Who Can Participate

Students

Final Year Undergraduate Female Students enrolled in STEM fields.

Young Professionals

Female Students and Professionals on RE, CC, Innovation etc. (Learn More in Applicant Handbook)

Technical Background

Enrolled in STEM subject or energy field as a professionals. Also, a very limited number of candidates may come from any background with strong motivation.

Any Institute

Female Students and Professional from Public, Private and Vocational Institutes

Inspiring Stories

Get Inspired by the First Cohort

Our Story of becoming ‘Shoktikonna’

In November 2022, four Shoktikonnas- Fariha Rahman Nameerah, Mohsina Taz, Subah Fairooz Maisha, and Sadia Surovi were invited to attend the 3rd WePOWER Regional Conference at Bangkok, Thailan.

Inspiring future female leaders of Bangladesh's energy sector

The unique 3-month hybrid Shoktikonna or ‘Power Women’ leadership program, provided her with the opportunity to meet fellow female energy sector professionals & mentors.

A gender-equal future for STEM in Bangladesh

Mohsina is a 22-year-old electronics graduate. She was one of the youngest participants selected for the (World Bank-supported) Shoktikonna Leadership program, a training for women in the energy sector.

Meet Our Experts

Shoktikonna is organized in collaboration with the European Union Delegation in Bangladesh and GIZ, alongside the WePOWER Network, the World Bank, and Devtale Partners. The program is supported by a diverse pool of esteemed experts from both home and abroad, all highly respected and experienced in the energy sector.

Lisa Pardini

ion Ventures

Marie, Missao Raude

European University Institute

Marzia Sesini, Ph.D.

European University Institute

Dr. Josebe Bilbao-Henry

The World Bank

Proud Graduates

From the Second Cohort

“I still can’t get over the fact that I have been selected as a Shoktikonna of 2023. I am extremely grateful as I am penning down my splendid time in Shoktikonna. I have been showered with rich resources, insightful sessions with so many respected professionals and women leaders. I wish many women pursue career in the green transition.”

Hussna Jalal Ruthila

EPC Project Coordinator

As a computer science graduate from Khulna University and now a lecturer at Sonargaon University, joining the Shoktikonna Leadership Cohort was truly transformative for me. It shattered my belief that the energy sector was only for environmental or policy experts and showed me how impactful tech can be in sustainability.

Tarunnyamoye Kundu

Lecturer

Joining the Shoktikonna Leadership Cohort 2023 was one of the best decisions of my undergrad life. Out of 500+ remarkable women applicants from across Bangladesh, I had the honor of becoming part of this pioneering initiative. This journey has been a whirlwind of empowerment, learning, and growth.

Bushra Rahman

Engineer

Shoktikonna has left an incredible mark on my mindset. I’m proud to have won the Solve-A-Thon - an integral part of the program, which proved that my ideas have real impact. Let’s share the takeaways and keep this momentum going. Together, we can inspire more young women to lead boldly in the green transition.

Tasmiah Afrin

Research Associate

Build your career in Green Transition

Join the Shoktikonna Cohort to make a difference.

We believe that women have a key role in leading this energy transition into the future. This is where the ShoktiKonna Leadership Program plays a vital role - empowering the next generation of women to lead Bangladesh’s transition to a sustainable energy future. ShoktiKonna is designed to engage female students and professionals who are ready to drive change, contribute to innovative clean energy solutions, and accelerate progress toward the Sustainable Development Goal of ensuring affordable and clean energy.

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Information About Program

The majority of the program will be conducted online. However, in-person events such as the Leadership Summit, Solve-A-Thon, Career Summit, and Graduation Ceremony may be held if conditions allow. Please note that in-person participation may vary by country and location.

Location

Gulshan-1, Dhaka, Bangladesh

Mobile

Email

connect@shoktikonna.org