Female founder role models for young people
Real stories from UK female founders across technology, sustainability, engineering, food and more - written to be used in classrooms and at home.
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20 UK Female Founders Building Businesses with Real Impact in 2026
20 UK female founders you need to know in 2026 - real stories, sectors and superpowers from the We Can Be role model library of 220+ women. Real inspiration for anyone who wants to start something.
Female Founders in Tech and Innovation: Role Models for Young People
Meet the female founders transforming tech in the UK – from AI-powered education and digital banking to accessibility tools and pet-sharing apps. Real role models for young people aged 9–18.
Female Founders in Sustainability: Green Business Role Models for Young People
Meet the female founders building sustainable businesses in the UK – from renewable energy and fashion rental to food-sharing apps and plastic-free products.
Female Founders in Engineering and Manufacturing: Role Models for Young People
Meet the female founders transforming UK engineering and manufacturing – from 3D-printed vitamins to biodegradable plastics. Real STEM role models for young people aged 9–18.
81% of Young People Can't Name a Female Founder - Here's How We Change That
Research shows 81% of young people can't name a single female entrepreneur. That's not a knowledge gap - it's a representation gap. Here's how we fix it.
How Role Models Change Everything
You can't be what you can't see. Why representation in entrepreneurship matters - and how we're fixing it with 230+ real founder stories.