Connecting Across Continents With Women of Cisco Networking Academy

Connecting Across Continents With Women of Cisco Networking Academy

By Cisco Systems Inc.
Publication Date: 2026-04-08 13:35:00

NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESS Newswire / April 8, 2026 / By Lynn Bloomer

This Women’s History Month, we’re celebrating women around the world who are helping build the future of technology and spotlighting the skills that helped them along the way.

Through Cisco Networking Academy, millions of learners each year gain the skills and credentials they need to lead, create, and thrive in the tech industry. Here, we’re showcasing a few of Cisco Networking Academy’s inspiring women and their unique career journeys.

From the plains of Canada to the vibrant tech communities of Iraq, their stories show that with the right skills, the possibilities are limitless – and that together, we can build a more inclusive and innovative future for all.

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In Canada, Sharon Angus is redefining what it means to be a mentor. Drawing from her Plains Cree and Mohawk roots, Sharon uses the concept of wâhkôhtwin, or the belief that all…