6 opportunities for women in IT, whose deadlines are already in May
May 2026 opens up several opportunities for women in IT, technology, and entrepreneurship in Central Asia and beyond. This selection highlights the key events and projects of the month that will help develop skills and take the next step in your career.
Women in Tech Global Conference
The global conference for women in technology, bringing together over 150,000 participants under the theme Leading the Wave of Change with AI. WomenTech Network is a community created for women at all levels of the IT industry: from beginners to executives.
The community supports professional growth, inspires new members, and creates an environment where women in technology can develop and connect with one another.
When: May 12-15
Digital Transformation Awards
An independent global award dedicated to achievements in digital innovation. The program recognizes outstanding results by companies, teams, and individuals who successfully apply digital technologies to improve business processes, customer experience, or cultural changes within organizations.
When: May 14 at 18:00
Where: London, United Kingdom
Women ICT Frontier Training
A two-day training as part of an international initiative to empower women entrepreneurs through digital business transformation. Training for women entrepreneurs who want to scale their businesses using digital tools.
Women entrepreneurs from Kazakhstan and Central Asian countries with their own businesses can participate. Participants who complete the full course will receive certificates. Participation is free, but registration is required.
When: May 16-17
Where: Astana, 17M Syganak St., "Zeleny Kvartal" Business Center, 2nd floor, Conference Hall 2-2
Code First Girls
A global organization with a mission to close the gender gap in technology through free education and employment opportunities. Over 250,000 women have learned programming through CFG during its operation.
The organization offers courses from beginner to advanced levels, career change programs, and accelerated preparation for IT jobs, as well as partnership programs for companies looking to address the talent and gender gap in technology.
#IAmRemarkable
A signature workshop by Women in Tech Uzbekistan focused on self-development — helping participants recognize their own achievements and change their approach to self-presentation.
When: May 21 at 18:00
Format: online
First Wave She's Next in Uzbekistan
The She's Next initiative is launching in Uzbekistan for the first time, opening new opportunities for women who are just starting or already developing their businesses: access to knowledge, a professional community, and grant support.
Participants can apply in one of three categories:
— beginner business
— established business
— IT business.
Deadline: May 24
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