Google’s WTM programme aims to give women in technology visibility, a sense of community, and access to resources.
This year, Google is putting on seven Women Techmakers (WTM) events across five cities in Pakistan to help and empower more than 1,550 female developers. Google’s WTM programme aims to give women in technology visibility, a sense of community, and access to resources.
The seven events, which include rallies, workshops, networking opportunities, and conferences, will take place between March and May and offer training in a variety of entrepreneurship topics, such as leadership, technical skills, and how to get around particular obstacles faced by women in technology.
International Women’s Day (IWD), which falls on March 8, marked the beginning of the first event. This year’s International Women’s Day (IDW) theme for WTM events is #DareToBe, where we inspire women to have the courage and confidence to dream big and take risks. We encourage everyone to consider all the ways they will “Dare To Be” in 2023, whether it be brave, strong, or inventive.
The events will be held with assistance from Google and local WTM ambassadors. Women in technology who want to make an impact and give back to their communities are supported by the WTM Ambassador programme. They will engage with their communities as ambassadors by taking part in one or more leadership activities on a quarterly basis.
Google’s regional director for Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka, Farhan S. Qureshi, stated: “In addition to celebrating the achievements of women in tech, these events, organised in partnership with Women Techmakers (WTM) Ambassadors, will inspire more women to work in the rapidly expanding tech sector. WTM and its ambassadors have sponsored numerous events over the years that have assisted women developers in realising their full potential. The aforementioned programme will advance diversity, equality, and inclusion in the tech industry, which is Google’s main objective.”
Women in technology have access to resources, a community, and visibility thanks to Google’s Women Techmakers programme. A Google global initiative called Women Techmakers aims to close the gender gap in the technology sector by giving women the tools they need for success.
All events are free, and you can join for nothing. You can join as an ambassador if you have experience in the field and broaden the programme in your region.