8 opportunities for women in technology, career, and entrepreneurship — from internships to international awards

Sisters Founders Initiative
A community and initiative for women founders and investors who want to grow in the venture industry, find like-minded peers, and build professional connections in the startup and investment sectors. Participants gain access to a closed community, networking opportunities, educational meetings, and chances to exchange experiences with entrepreneurs and investors, including those from the international ecosystem.

Women in Tech Talks x Alif Uzbekistan
The event will feature four speakers representing different professional trajectories in the tech field. The presentations will cover key career development topics: balancing professional and personal life, the role of a project manager in product development, the importance of empathy in IT, and the significance of continuous learning and a critical approach to one's own knowledge.

When: June 11, 18:00
Where: Tashkent, 13 Ziyolilar Street, School 21

Career Day: Transformation of Professions and Future Skills
An online conference for those who want to understand which professions will be in demand in five years, whether AI can replace specialists, and how to build a successful career in a changing world. Experts will share new labor market trends, relevant skills, and career opportunities—a discussion on what is important to know now to avoid being left behind tomorrow.

When: June 12, 10:00-12:30
Where: online

Demo Day IRA Almaty 2026
The final day of the first batch of the Investment Readiness Accelerator Almaty 2026 — the moment teams have been working towards for two months: from initial hypotheses and sales to being ready to attract investment. Behind them are hundreds of hours of tracking meetings, meetings with business angels and funds, and workshops by leading speakers. The Demo Day will take place as the first part of the MOST Investments Night — an informal networking event with investors, founders, mentors, and participants of the startup ecosystem.

Dates: June 12, 18:00-23:00
Where: Almaty

#IAmRemarkable Workshop with Yulia Sevruk
An interactive workshop for those who are used to downplaying their achievements, staying silent about successes, or feeling uncomfortable when talking about their strengths. Yulia Sevruk is a Project Manager at Yandex and a certified #IAmRemarkable Gold Tier facilitator. Together with her, participants will learn to confidently talk about their results and strengths, master practical techniques for overcoming barriers in self-promotion, and improve self-presentation skills for interviews, networking, and career growth.

When: June 13 at 15:00
Where: online 

Cartier Women's Initiative Award
An international award for women entrepreneurs focusing on social and environmental issues, as well as those from the technology sector: winners receive between $30,000 and $100,000, individual training and group seminars, media coverage, and a trip to the award ceremony in Bangkok.

Application deadline: June 16 

Women in Tech Global — Entrepreneurship Camp 2026
The flagship program of Women in Tech Global is launching for women with a tech idea, an early-stage startup, or the ambition to change the market: ten weeks of online learning with live sessions and practical assignments, approximately five to seven hours per week. The program is created by practitioners for practitioners — for those who not only dream but are ready to take action.

When: July 14 — September 18
Where: online

Women in Tech Global Awards 2026
Nominations are now open for the international award that recognizes women who create technologies, drive innovation, and shape the future of the industry worldwide: this is a chance to go beyond the local level, gain international recognition, and become part of the global movement of women in technology. Women in STEM and technology fields — from engineers and researchers to entrepreneurs and project leaders — can be nominated, and applications can be submitted independently or through nominations from colleagues, teams, or communities.

Application deadline: July 10, 23:59 Paris time