WE LEAD, a new non-profit organization for women's empowerment in the field of
technology
and business founded by Libra Philanthropies, announces two free 15-week online training programs in front-end and back-end development(October 2023 - February 2024).

WE LEAD 's goal through the tech bootcamps is to help reduce the gender gap in the tech sector by enabling more women to enter, grow and lead.

The bootcamps were designed in collaboration with Code.Hub, a distinguished provider of training, development and transfer of know-how to scientists and professionals in the field of IT and New Technologies. They are aimed at women - both SSI and transgender - aged 18 and over with basic computer or programming skills who are interested in starting a career in technology, want to enhance their skills or wish to return to the labour market after a break. The front-end and back-end development programs emphasize high-demand technologies -Java & Spring in back-end development and HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Angular in front-end development- in order for participants to obtain the knowledge required to enter or re-enter the work environment.

The WE LEAD programmes

The duration of the bootcamps is15 weeks, starting with the orientation week during which the teams will get to know each other, talk to tech professionals and get a better understanding of the program, followed by the technical training of 80 or 100 hours, depending on the program. Participants will work on real projects, building a strong portfolio that will be useful in their careers, while mentors from the technology and business world will provide support and guidance throughout. Upon completion of the bootcamps, participants will receive a certificate of attendance and the career week will follow, with representatives of companies that are hiring directly. The submission of applications has already started and will remain open until 5 September 2023. Applications will be evaluated and accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.

Eleni Aktipi, managing director

"Our vision for an equitable technology world includes empowerment of women at every stage of their careers and continuous cooperation with teams, companies and organisations, to ensure that the the path to leadership is open to all women. We are excited to take the first step in making our vision a reality. Η Option of the specific Programs was made with based on the demand that exists in the labour market, the future prospects of the area, as well as the low percentage of women in such roles - under 20%. We look forward to welcoming the first #weLEADERs and future ambassadors of a world where every woman's voice will resonate in the evolution of the technological industry".

More information about the programmes here.