Women Connect
We believe that everyone deserves a chance to succeed in the exciting and dynamic field of IT, regardless of their gender, background, or nationality. Unfortunately, women are currently extremely underrepresented in IT, which is why we’re here to encourage more women coming from a refugee or migrant background, to consider a career in IT.
With Women Connect, we’re creating a space where women from migrant and refugee backgrounds can find the inspiration, skills, and support needed to thrive in IT—whether you’re exploring tech for the first time or striving to restart your career in Switzerland.
We have developed a series of interactive workshops, aiming to create a safe space to spark a fire amongst women to develop their interest in IT. Are you curious or interested to learn more about the IT industry? Would you like to see if you have a talent for IT? Do you want to hear insights from women in tech? Then check the dates below and sign up for the Women Connect Workshops! Sign ups due before Sunday 23 February 2025.
Workshops
The workshops will include a mix of IT technical content and experience sharing sessions which will be led by established women in IT/tech. All workshops will be held in person .
This is for you if:
- You are a women coming from a diverse background (migrant/refugee)
- You are curious or interested to learn more about the IT industry
- You want to see if you have a talent for IT/tech topics and, learn from women in tech
- Kick-off Session: Thursday 06 March, 2025 from 10:00 – 12:00
- Building your IT Skill Set: Essential Tools & Technologies for starting in IT: Thursday 13 March, 2025, 10:00 – 12:00
- Discovering Your IT Passion: Exploring Various IT Fields and Opportunities: Thursday 20 March, 2025 10:00 – 12:00
- Navigating the IT Landscape: Career Pathways & Opportunities in Switzerland: Thursday 27 March, 2025 10:00 – 12:00
- Mapping Your Path to an IT Career: Skills, Certifications and Networking: Thursday 03 April, 2025 10:00 – 12:00
- Closing & Feedback Session: Thursday 10 April 2025 10:00 – 12:00
Get Involved: Partner with Women Connect
Is your company passionate about fostering diversity in tech? Women Connect is looking for community partners to help us bridge the gap for women from refugee and migrant backgrounds seeking careers in IT. Whether through mentorship, hosting a workshop, offering expertise, or providing financial support, your contribution can make a real impact in shaping the future of women in tech.
Join us in building an inclusive IT industry! If your company is interested in collaborating or supporting this initiative, we’d love to hear from you.
Contact us at: info@powercoders.org
