Experts in Dhaka emphasized the need for digital literacy and STEM training to enhance job market readiness for young women. A study revealed barriers to technical training and skill mismatches, recommending sector-specific courses and apprenticeships to bridge gaps. Key leaders stressed the importance of fostering entrepreneurship and inclusive skill development.
Orange Jordan sponsored the first-ever “SHEHacks” competition, empowering women in cybersecurity. Organized by Green Circle, the event trained participants in coding, hacking, and cyberattack response. Teams from Amman Arab University and other institutions excelled, showcasing Jordan’s potential to strengthen its cybersecurity workforce and promote women in tech.
Zain KSA has launched the fourth edition of its ‘Women in Tech’ program, in partnership with Huawei, Nokia, Princess Nourah University, and the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT). The program focuses on enhancing women’s participation in the ICT sector, offering specialized training and opportunities in STEM fields.
Standard Chartered Bank hosted a panel discussion on Bahraini Women’s Day, bringing together participants from the “Women in Tech” program. The event highlighted women entrepreneurs’ use of digital solutions, discussed challenges like financing, and explored emerging technologies, while celebrating the contributions of Bahraini women to the nation’s progress.
eTrade for Women is hosting its inaugural South Asia masterclass in New Delhi, empowering 25 female digital entrepreneurs from six countries. The event will tackle key challenges like access to capital and gender bias, offering insights, networking, and policy dialogue to support the growth of women-led digital businesses.
eTrade for Women is expanding its efforts in South Asia with a masterclass focused on empowering women-led digital businesses. The event, held in New Delhi, will bring together 25 female entrepreneurs from across the region to gain insights, skills, and networking opportunities to help grow their businesses.
The event featured a “Women of the Future” segment, highlighting 10 promising startups led by women entrepreneurs.
The “Build By Her” hackathon series empowers women in Pakistan’s STEM fields, supporting women-led startups through mentorship and skill-building. The latest event saw innovative projects pitch for seed funding, highlighting the potential of women entrepreneurs to drive economic growth and technological progress across Pakistan.
Dawn Kubicek has been appointed as Google’s Women Techmaker Ambassador for the Middle East, chosen from thousands of applicants. In her role, she will empower women in the tech industry through events and community initiatives, leveraging her 23 years of expertise in SEO and digital marketing to support their growth.
The PTCL Group showcased two talented women entrepreneurs from the Ba-Ikhtiar program at Expand North Star. Farhat ul Ain and Marrium Hussain, former local embroidery artists, have transformed into tech-enabled entrepreneurs through the program, highlighting their inspiring journeys and the initiative’s role in empowering women in digital entrepreneurship.
