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Reshma Saujani, founder of the non-profit organization Girls Who Code, recently shared insights into her entrepreneurial journey on Meghan, Duchess of Sussex’s podcast, ‘Confessions of a Female Founder’. Despite lacking a background in coding, Saujani launched one of the most prominent coding camps, helping train over 670,000 young girls, women, and nonbinary individuals in STEM. The discussion touched on themes of motherhood, social entrepreneurship, and the challenges faced by female founders. Meghan emphasized the importance of social entrepreneurship, while Saujani shared personal struggles, including dealing with miscarriages and an auto-immune disorder while running the nonprofit. The conversation highlighted the necessity of perseverance and the significance of betting on women, especially in the context of the AI revolution. Saujani’s efforts continue with her initiative, Moms First, advocating for better working environments for mothers.