She's Digital a regional initiative of Junior Achievement Americas that aims to train, certify, and empower young women in vulnerable situations to pursue careers in technology.
The program addresses a structural gap: the low participation of women in the IT sector, which is driven by social, economic, and educational barriers.
Women receiving scholarships, by country
[Map of the first edition of She's Digital]
Through the program, I learned a new technical language from scratch and developed key social-emotional skills, supported by a team of multidisciplinary, empathetic, and dedicated professionals who encouraged me not to give up.
Challenging contexts, high potential for impact
They live in situations of housing insecurity
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Is unemployed at the time of admission
Co-created with IDB Lab, the program aims to support the development of young women, aged 18–29, who have high potential but face barriers to accessing opportunities.
There is a critical mismatch between the supply of female talent and market demand. She's Digital to bridge this gap through a comprehensive model.
Thanks to She's Digital , I feel more confident in my decisions She's Digital . It encouraged me to step outside my comfort zone and trust that I can build the career I want.
Greater self-efficacy and confidence
Positive collaboration in diverse work environments
Oral and written communication in professional settings
l critical thinking applied to real-world challenges
Resilience in the Face of New Environments and Technologies
Submitting resumes and actively seeking opportunities
Technical skills can be learned, but social-emotional skills are harder to develop. The fact that the program addresses both is a huge advantage.
This wasn't just a transfer of knowledge. It was a mutual learning experience that reaffirms
the enormous potential of women in technology.
Improvements in working conditions: access to formal employment rose from 12% to 31%
After participating in the program, women show improvements in their formal employment rate and an increase in their average income. The program improves access to employment and its quality.
The certification opened many doors for me. Today I work in a tech role in my country, and that has completely changed my life.
This context underscores the importance of initiatives such as She's Digital, which aim to reduce structural barriers to entry.
Gender and age bias still persists in the sector. Programs like She's Digital break down those barriers through targeted training and the development of skilled talent.
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