World Wide Technology announces partnership with Ideas en Acción, supporting 60 women in STEM in Costa Rica
World Wide Technology (WWT), a global technology company, has partnered with Ideas en Acción, an NGO based in Costa Rica, to support 60 women in the country with STEM scholarships.
Alongside the scholarships, participants will also receive a 16-week virtual training program, allowing them to gain certifications in areas including data analytics, cybersecurity, cloud computing, and digital mobility.
Courses will be delivered using WWT’s Advanced Technology Center, which offers hardware and software solutions.
Participants will also be offered career-readiness support through workshops on resume building, practise interviews, and one-on-one mentoring sessions designed to strengthen skills such as communication, teamwork, leadership, and professional development. WWT and Ideas en Acción will also host in-person learning sessions at the WWT Costa Rica office
“WWT is committed to creating more access to education and employment in the technology sector,” comments Elkin Suarez Durall, General Manager, WWT Costa Rica. “By enabling access to our ATC, we are empowering participants not just with technical skills, but also with the confidence and experience needed to navigate the future of work.”
“No matter their background, women from across the country will now have access to knowledge and opportunities that can transform their lives,” adds Noelia Murillo, Executive Director at Ideas en Acción. “This collaboration allows us to open new doors in the technology sector.”
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