From Web3 to AI: Is AI the revolution we were promised? A Conversation with Salama Belghali

By Salama Belghali & Klaudia Kuklinska

WiW3CH - Community Spotlight - 10 June 2025

In the latest episode of Community Spotlight, Salama Belghali, founder of Women in Web3 Switzerland (WiW3CH), shares her journey at the intersection of Web3, AI, and community building.

Salama is not only shaping the future of tech - she’s also challenging the status quo by making space for others to step in. Her work focuses on visibility, inclusion, and the belief that you don’t need to be an expert to start.

Why Women in Web3 Switzerland?

Many assume the initiative was launched to fill a gap in the tech scene. While that’s partly true, the deeper reason is more personal and powerful.

Salama started WiW3CH to create safe spaces - places where women can ask questions, learn together, and grow without needing to prove themselves first. It’s about belonging before expertise, and redefining leadership through participation, not perfection.

This approach has resonated widely and sparked a growing community across Switzerland and beyond.

Five Key Takeaways from the Conversation

1. Curiosity matters more than credentials: Stepping into new spaces doesn’t require mastery - just the willingness to learn and explore.

2. Visibility creates momentum: When women and underrepresented voices are seen in tech, others are empowered to follow.

3. Safe spaces drive innovation: Inclusive environments are not a luxury - they are a necessity for sustainable growth in Web3 and AI.

4. The Web3 vision still needs grounding: While decentralization promises empowerment, the current reality can feel exclusionary. Closing this gap will require broader participation and diverse perspectives.

5. AI should serve people - not replace them: Salama advocates for a human-centric approach to AI, where technology enhances creativity, connection, and collective progress.

   
   

From Web3 to AI - A Human Approach to Technology

Throughout the conversation, one message stood out: it’s not about knowing everything - it’s about showing up.Those who dare to be visible often open the door for others.

As Web3 and AI continue to evolve, voices like Salama’s are shaping how these technologies are built - and who gets to build them.

Listen to the full episode here: Community Spotlight Podcast on Spotify

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