WomenInTech: IT competitions, programs, and other opportunities for women

We are sharing with you a selection of events and programs aimed at supporting the development of women and girls in the IT field.

TechGirls

Requirements for participants:

— age from 15 to 17 years at the time of participation in the program — July 13, 2024: born between July 13, 2006, and July 13, 2009

— skills and strong interest in technology, engineering, and mathematics

— desire to pursue higher education and build a career in the technology sector.

Selected participants will go on a 25-day internship in the United States. Finalists will participate in an interactive technology and computer training, and then travel to one of the following cities: Austin, Texas; Chicago, Illinois; Cincinnati, Ohio; Denver, Colorado; Detroit, Michigan; or Seattle, Washington, to explore networking and career opportunities.

Deadline: December 8

Read more on the website.

Opening of the TechnoGirls Astana Club

The TechnoGirls movement was created by the TECHNOWOMEN organization to enhance the digital competencies of girls, provide career guidance, and promote leadership.

The first event — TechnoGirls Motivation Day — will be dedicated to artificial intelligence.

Who can participate:

— students in grades 10-12 of schools in Astana.

When: October 28 at 10:30

Where: Astana, Turkistan St., 2/1

Registration is available via the link.

Pitch Competition by UN Women and NURIS

The competition will take place as part of the Women's Entrepreneurship EXPO 2023 exhibition.

The Pitch Competition is a unique opportunity for women entrepreneurs to present their projects to experienced investors and receive support for their development.

Registration is available via the link.

When: October 27

Where: Astana, Kabanbay Batyr Ave., Nazarbayev University, Glass Pyramid Building, 2nd floor

Women's Entrepreneurship EXPO 2023

This is a conference organized by UN Women to support women's entrepreneurship in Europe and Central Asia.

Participants will enjoy:

— seminars and workshops with successful female entrepreneurs, thought leaders, and industry experts

— networking sessions

— inspiring success stories

— a company fair where you can learn about businesses owned and managed by women entrepreneurs

— speeches from experienced female entrepreneurs.

When: November 13-14

Where: Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan

When: November 15

Where: Tajikistan

Read more on the website.