The Ministry of Youth Empowerment, Sports and Fitness organised and conducted a training initiative for women in Addu City, aimed at building practical skills in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and emerging technologies, as part of national efforts to bridge the gender gap in the technology sector.
The Women Empowerment in Tech Program ran from 25 to 30 September, after which, officials presented certificates to the 19 successful participants during a formal closing ceremony.
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Authorities noted that the six-day initiative was organised in close partnership with the Addu City Council and the Addu City Women’s Development Committee (WDC). They further emphasised the collaborative effort as a key component in bringing targeted educational opportunities directly to the southern island communities.
The ministry detailed that throughout the course, participants engaged in a curriculum centered on introductory AI concepts and wider emerging technological trends. Trainers designed the sessions to provide practical digital competencies, equipping attendees with technical expertise to enhance their personal productivity and advance their career prospects in an increasingly digitized economy.
