Elisa Torres Durney

Elisa Torres Durney, a 19-year-old Chilean student, is the founder of Girls in Quantum, an organization dedicated to making quantum computing education accessible. The initiative has built a global network of ambassadors, reaching over 5,000 students in 25+ countries through free educational resources, workshops, and mentoring programs.

Recognized as one of Forbes Chile’s 30 Most Powerful Women and a top 10 finalist for the Global Student Prize, Elisa is committed to advancing gender diversity in STEM and quantum computing. She collaborates with organizations such as UN Women, Inspiring Girls, and G100: Mission Million. Elisa has also spoken at international events organized by companies including The Lancet, The Economist, TEDx, Women Economic Forum, EY, and the InterAmerican Commission on Science and Technology.