ITEA Empowers 35 Women Through Digital and Financial Literacy Training

The IT Education Association (ITEA), in cooperation with ACTED Uzbekistan, has successfully completed a training program aimed at strengthening women's entrepreneurial potential and promoting their economic independence through digital and financial literacy.

The training was organized within the framework of the «EQUALITY: Strengthened Civil Society in Advancing Women’s Rights and Empowerment in Uzbekistan» project, financed by the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC) and the European Union, and implemented by ACTED Uzbekistan.

The initiative brought together 35 women from different regions of Uzbekistan, providing them with practical knowledge and skills in digital technologies and financial management. The training aimed to help participants identify new entrepreneurial opportunities, make informed financial and business decisions, and strengthen their economic independence.

The program was delivered in two groups. The first group, consisting of 17 women, successfully completed the training, followed by the second group of 18 participants. All 35 women received certificates in recognition of their successful completion of the program.

Throughout the training sessions, participants gained hands-on experience in using digital tools, managing finances, and exploring practical ways to apply their newly acquired skills to their business activities and everyday lives. The program equipped them with knowledge that can support the development of their entrepreneurial initiatives and help them make more informed decisions.

With both groups having successfully completed the program, a total of 35 women have benefited from this learning opportunity. ITEA wishes all graduates every success in applying their knowledge in practice, developing their businesses, and achieving their future goals.

Through this initiative, ITEA continues to contribute to digital skills development, promote equal opportunities, and support women's empowerment, helping them unlock their potential and actively participate in the digital economy.

ICTWeek 2026: Global IT Community Came Together in Uzbekistan

One of the most significant and prestigious events in the field of information and communication technologies, ICTWeek Uzbekistan 2026, took place in Tashkent from 22 to 25 September 2026. The event served as a major international platform for showcasing Uzbekistan's digital development agenda and bringing together key stakeholders in the technology sector.

Held annually since 2004, Uzbekistan's Information and Communication Technologies Week — ICTWeek — has become one of the country's most important IT events. Over the years, it has brought together industry professionals, government institutions, local and international companies, investors, startups, IT specialists, and a broad audience interested in technological advancement.

ICTWeek 2026: Greater Scale and New Opportunities

In 2026, ICTWeek was organized on an even larger scale. The event welcomed more than 25,000 participants from over 50 countries and representatives of more than 300 companies.

These figures demonstrated that ICTWeek was not merely a technology showcase, but also an important platform for business development, investment opportunities, startups, and international cooperation.

A New Platform for Businesses and Investors

One of the key features of ICTWeek was that it went beyond a traditional technology exhibition. Throughout the week, the event provided opportunities for B2B meetings, investment discussions, startup presentations, business meetings, and professional networking.

Uzbekistan's Digital Potential on the International Stage

In recent years, Uzbekistan's IT sector has experienced rapid growth, while the digital economy has become one of the country's strategic development priorities.

The expansion of the IT Park ecosystem, the growing number of export-oriented IT companies, new opportunities for startups, and the development of digital public services have strengthened Uzbekistan's potential as a regional technology hub.

In this context, ICTWeek played an increasingly important role. The event served as a bridge between Uzbekistan's ongoing digital reforms and the international community, helping attract foreign technologies and investments while connecting local IT companies with global markets.

One Week — Countless Opportunities

One of the distinguishing features of ICTWeek was its comprehensive format, bringing together a range of specialized events within a single technology week. Rather than being limited to one conference or exhibition, it offered an integrated platform covering multiple areas of the technology industry.

This format enabled participants to attend events across different fields, explore emerging technologies, hear from industry experts, expand their business networks, and initiate new collaborative projects.

A Week of Opportunities, Not Just Technologies

The mission of ICTWeek extended beyond showcasing new technologies. Its broader purpose was to transform technological advancements into new opportunities for people, businesses, and economic development.

ICTWeek 2026 brought together government institutions, business representatives, investors, and the technology community, creating new opportunities for ideas, partnerships, and projects that contribute to Uzbekistan's digital future.

Empowering Girls for a Safer Digital Future

Today, 12 September, an important conversation around AI literacy, cybersecurity and digital safety took place at INHA University in Tashkent as part of the opening of the “Capacity Building in AI Literacy and Cybersecurity for Girls” project.

The project is initiated by the IT Education Association (ITEA) and funded by UNOPS through the European Union’s Civil Society Facility. It is implemented in collaboration with the Ministry of Digital Technologies of the Republic of Uzbekistan, Inha University in Tashkent, IT Park Uzbekistan and the GAP Women IT Club.

The opening event brought together girls and young women interested in technology, AI and digital transformation, creating a space for learning, dialogue and empowerment.

Throughout the programme, participants explored:

🤖 Safe, ethical and responsible use of AI 🔐 Cybersecurity and digital safety 📊 Data literacy and misinformation detection 🌍 AI for social good and civic engagement 💡 Digital resilience and responsible technology use 👩‍💻 Opportunities for women in technology and digital careers

Through interactive sessions, practical activities and expert discussions, participants gained knowledge and practical skills to navigate the digital environment with greater confidence, awareness and responsibility.

✨ Building digital resilience today means creating a safer, more inclusive and empowered digital future for everyone.