Uzbekistan launches IT project to empower women
TASHKENT, Uzbekistan (MNTV) — A four-day educational program, “Women Empowerment Week in Tech,” has kicked off in Samarkand to equip girls and young women with skills to pursue careers in IT and the digital economy.
According to Uza.uz, this initiative, organized by School 21, a leading digital technology school, with support from the Ministry of Digital Technologies, reflects Uzbekistan’s broader efforts to narrow the gender gap in technology and innovation.
In recent years, Uzbekistan has made significant progress in promoting gender equality, rising from 103rd to 52nd place in the Gender Equality and Governance Index (GEGI). Authorities say this improvement has been driven by comprehensive measures to expand women’s participation in education, entrepreneurship, and technology.
“Women Empowerment Week in Tech” was launched to help young women gain the confidence and skills needed to thrive in the technology sector.
“This event is another step toward creating equal opportunities for women,” said Kamola Sobirova, Advisor to the Minister of Digital Technologies on youth and women’s inclusion in IT. “It will not only help girls who are just entering the field to acquire essential skills and believe in themselves but also open the door to promising, high-paying careers.”
The program attracted over 400 applications, with 50 participants selected from regions across Uzbekistan, including Namangan, Kashkadarya, Navoi, and Jizzakh. Organizers ensured full support for participants, including meals, accommodation, and computer access, to remove barriers to participation.
“We actively support all girls who want to discover and develop themselves in technology,” said Zarina Luxmanova, Executive Director of School 21. “Currently, about 20% of our students are women, including university students, working professionals, and even mothers. To ensure inclusivity, we have even set up a children’s room in Samarkand for mothers participating in the program.”
Luxmanova expressed confidence that the initiative would help participants gain practical skills and confidence to succeed in the digital economy.
The program began with workshops on “Psychology and Leadership”, focusing on internal barriers that prevent women from confidently entering the workforce. Over the next three days, participants will delve into career-building strategies in IT, learning how to navigate and succeed in the technology sector.
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