Toronto, Canada – March 06, 2024
SkillHat, a leading provider of tech education and training, is proud to announce the launch of the Rise Up Scholarship, aimed at supporting and empowering women in the tech industry. This groundbreaking initiative, a partial scholarship, underscores SkillHat’s unwavering commitment to fostering diversity and inclusion in the technology sector.
In celebration of the 2024 International Women’s Day, SkillHat is honored to introduce the Rise Up Scholarship, a social impact endeavor designed to commemorate women’s spirit and accomplishments in tech.
This scholarship seeks to offer financial assistance and mentorship opportunities to women from all walks of life embarking on careers in IT Business Analysis, Agile Project Management, Product Management, and Tech Entrepreneurship through our esteemed Tech Career Accelerator program.
The Rise Up Scholarship extends partial scholarships to successful applicants, providing $1000 off the course fee for enrollees in any SkillHat course and the Tech Career Accelerator, and $500 off for those opting for a single course. Eligible candidates include women interested in our Tech Transition Programs, spanning Business Analysis, Agile Project Management, Product Management, and the Tech Career Accelerator.
This scholarship, awarded to 20 deserving women, equips recipients with $20,000 worth of support to surmount obstacles and realize their aspirations in the tech industry.
Mo Ekujumi, Co-Founder and CEO at SkillHat, expressed, “As leaders in the tech education space, it’s our responsibility to actively dismantle barriers and foster an environment where everyone, regardless of gender, can thrive. The Rise Up Scholarship embodies our unwavering commitment to empowering women in tech and signifies a pivotal moment in our journey towards a truly inclusive industry. By providing financial assistance, mentorship, and networking opportunities, we’re not just offering a scholarship; we’re paving the way for a new generation of female tech leaders to rise and shape the future of technology.“
The Rise Up Scholarship welcomes applications from women of all backgrounds passionate about technology, with a requirement to demonstrate academic excellence, leadership potential, and a commitment to advancing diversity and inclusion in the tech sector. Applications are now open until March 20th.
For further details and to apply, visit the scholarship page.
For inquiries or interview requests, please contact SkillHat’s Marketing & Communications Lead at info@skillhat.ca.
About SkillHat:
SkillHat is a leading training & staffing platform committed to delivering cutting-edge training in emerging technologies. With a focus on diversity and excellence, SkillHat trains motivated professionals in tech skills and places them in strategic roles at innovative companies.
