Afua Bruce
Bridging engineering, imagination, and storytelling
About Afua
Afua Bruce is an award-winning technology executive, engineer, and author known for helping communities & organizations use technology responsibly. A nationally recognized expert on public interest technology, she has advised government agencies, companies, philanthropies, and social enterprises on data, AI, and technology. Afua is a sought-after speaker and strategist who brings deep technical expertise together with a human-centered approach to innovation and leadership. She is also a children’s author dedicated to helping young readers explore science, invention, and technology with curiosity and confidence. Her work bridges engineering, education, and ethics to inspire more thoughtful futures for communities and families alike.
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What do you do when people tell you no? This is a true story of what happens when you tell yourself yes!
When a teacher said she couldn’t write with her left hand, Bessie taught herself to be right-handed. At a time when many people were unfairly denied more education, Bessie studied hard and became a nurse and physical therapist. And when her patients—injured World War II soldiers—couldn’t feed themselves, Bessie invented a device to assist them. Bessie‘s determination allowed her to help others in so many ways.
This book tells the inspiring true story of the extraordinary Bessie Blount.