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Celebrating Advocacy and Empowerment: Highlights from International WWT For All Programs

World Wide Technology's WWT For All initiatives in our EMEA, LATAM and APAC regions empower advocacy for our employees through transformative events. From allyship in technology to AI's societal impact, these programs foster education, resilience and innovation, inspiring participants to drive progress and embrace growth in STEM fields worldwide.

At World Wide Technology, we believe in global reach to drive innovation and progress. Recent events across our EMEA, APAC and LATAM WWT For All programs have exemplified this commitment, bringing together thought leaders, partners and participants to empower and inspire. Here's a look at a few impactful events that have taken place this year:

Rising Together: Allyship & Resilience Day at WWT

Our EMEA region hosted the "Rising Together: Allyship & Resilience Day," a transformative event aimed at empowering women in technology. The day was filled with authentic career journeys and real-world experiences, focusing on strengthening allyship by engaging men in meaningful conversations about advocacy and support. We celebrated career resilience through thought-provoking discussions, interactive breakout sessions and valuable networking opportunities. A heartfelt thank you to our partners and customers, including Arrow, Barclays, HSBC, Dell and F5, who actively participated in our panels.

Empowering Women in LATAM: Partnership with Red Men-TE

In Costa Rica, we proudly launched a meaningful partnership with Red Men-TE and its Employability Boost initiative in Costa Rica. This empowering program is designed to equip women with the skills needed to thrive in high-demand STEM fields. Engaging 60 participants from Red Men-TE and the Ideas en Acción National Network of Women in Technology, the program offers cutting-edge training in data analytics, cybersecurity, cloud computing, and digital mobility through WWT's Advanced Technology Center (ATC). Beyond technical skills, participants benefit from career-readiness support, including workshops on resume building, mock interviews and one-on-one mentoring sessions.

STEMVentures: Building Tomorrow's Tech Leaders in Bangalore

In India, WWT, in partnership with Kalisu NGO, hosted "STEMVentures: Building Tomorrow's Tech Leaders" in Bangalore. This full-day immersive workshop on Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity engaged 60 students from SHVNM Government Girls Pre-University College. The day featured engaging sessions on AI and cybersecurity, hands-on chatbot coding exercises, and insightful discussions. The students' energy and curiosity were inspiring, and the workshop marked the beginning of a journey to empower young minds with the knowledge and confidence to become tomorrow's technology leaders.

Next Horizon: AI, People & Progress - A Collaborative Event

In Singapore, our LEAD & RISE ERG teams, in collaboration with Women of Cisco, hosted "Next Horizon: AI, People & Progress," which focused on AI's evolving impact on people and progress. Keynote speaker Ms. Shilpa S Nath, founder of Women in AI for Good, shared her journey and emphasized the importance of embracing failure as a catalyst for growth. A dynamic panel discussion explored how AI is reshaping our lives, while participants enjoyed networking opportunities and engaging activities.

These events highlight our ongoing commitment to fostering support, education and empowerment around the globe. We look forward to continuing this journey and making a positive impact in the communities we serve.