Who is #Altair?
Altair sees the future. She knows that every girl has the potential to solve Earth’s current and future problems. She can multiply and become many girls simultaneously. Because of this, Altair looks like any girl and every girl. Altair can take over communication channels. And she can fly.
Why is Altair on Earth?
Altair comes from a planet of gender equality. As written by the United Nations, “Gender equality is not only a fundamental human right, but a necessary foundation for a peaceful, prosperous and sustainable world.” Altair has experienced the creation of gender equality on her planet and knows if you help the girl, you help the community. While Altair is on Earth she plans to create a Virtual Reality of her world for people to experience her gender equal planet.
What does Altair look like?
You! She looks like every Australian school girl. Altair amplifies your goals and dreams. No matter where you live in Australia, what cultural group your family stems from, or how much money is in your bank account, you as an Australian school girl could be Altair.
How can you become Altair?
Tell us your personal goals and your wishes for your community. Email us by Monday 27 February with one of the following:
- Grab a superhero mask, a webcam and record a video.
- An email outlining your thoughts
- A photo of you holding up a sign stating a goal or wish. Superhero mask is always a bonus.
- In addition to your email, post your entry on social media and tag #Altair.
Where can you see Altair?
On International Women’s Day, Wednesday 8 March. As Altair has the power to take over communication channels, you will see your Altair and many others by searching for Femeconomy or Tech Girls are Superheroes on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube.
How can you support Altair?
We will be sharing Altair’s official launch at Google Headquarters in Sydney on the above social media channels. Be inspired by some amazing young girls who are already changing the world with their apps thanks to the Tech Girls Movement Foundation.
Amplify Altair’s voice by sharing content using #Altair.
Join the 2017 Search for the Next Tech Girl Superhero competition – launching 8th March. Stay tuned!