Women in Web3 – Strategic Planning and Mentorship: A Blueprint for Web3 Sustainability
Web3 Innovation HUB
101179566 — W3IH — ERASMUS-EDU-2024-CBHE
About the Workshop
Exploring strategic planning, leadership, and mentorship as key elements in building sustainable initiatives within the Web3 ecosystem.
The Women in Web3 workshop, titled “Strategic planning and mentorship: A blueprint for Web3 sustainability,” took place on March 19, 2026, bringing together 15 participants for a session led by Sandra Kordić, representing ICT Cortex and Digital Den.
The workshop focused on the meaning of sustainability in Web3, examining how strategic planning, effective leadership, and mentorship can support the long-term development of initiatives within the decentralized digital ecosystem.
Key Topics
The workshop covered several interconnected themes:
- Defining Web3 sustainability – understanding sustainability in the context of decentralized technologies and Web3 initiatives.
- The five-phase framework – exploring a structured approach to sustainability planning and the key elements that support long-term development.
- The sustainability engine – examining the mechanisms and strategic considerations that help Web3 initiatives maintain momentum and create lasting value.
- The evolution of leadership in Web3 – discussing leadership approaches suited to decentralized environments and collaborative communities.
- ArtChain case study – examining a practical example to connect sustainability concepts and strategic planning with real-world Web3 applications.
Workshop Speaker
Sandra Kordić – ICT Cortex & Digital Den
Sandra Kordić, associated with ICT Cortex and Digital Den, led the session on strategic planning and mentorship in Web3. Her workshop addressed the importance of developing sustainable approaches to Web3 initiatives, with particular attention to leadership development, strategic frameworks, and practical applications.
About the Project
The Web3 Innovation Hub (W3IH) project, number 101179566 – ERASMUS-EDU-2024-CBHE, is implemented within the Erasmus+ programme. The project aims to build capacity in higher education institutions through the integration of Web3 technologies and decentralised science in academic research and education.