Empowering the Next Generation: Young Cypriot Girls Excel in Global Tech Arenas
Featuring Team Laouris 777 & Prodigy Mariza Paspalli - A Special Episode of 'Breaking the 20%
In this episode, the first highlight is an interview with team "Laouris 777" and their mentor, Mr. Yiannis Laouris. The team, consisting of talented primary school students Angeliki Laouri, Kyriaki Andreou, Maria Epaminonda, and Sotiria Ioannidou from Cyprus, achieved an impressive second place in the Water Rally at the international Robotex Robotics competition in Tallinn, Estonia. Their success is particularly remarkable as they competed against and outperformed older contestants, demonstrating exceptional skills at a young age.
The episode then transitions to the Cyprus Olympiad in Informatics, a notable competition that prepares national representatives for various international IT contests. Elena introduces Mariza Paspalli, a 13-year-old prodigy who secured a bronze medal at the Junior Balkan Olympiad in Informatics. Mariza's accomplishment is notable as she is one of the first girls representing Cyprus in these international arenas.
Elena also highlights the Cyprus Computer Society's significant contribution to nurturing young talent in technology and supporting these competitions. Listeners are invited to explore their website for further information.
This episode is not only a celebration of the recent achievements of these young girls but also a powerful reminder of the importance of encouraging the next generation of female tech enthusiasts. These girls are breaking new ground and leaving their imprint in the digital world.