- Singapore launches comprehensive tech reentry program for women professionals
- Twenty-three major companies join forces to provide training and mentorship opportunities
- Program addresses growing demand for tech talent in Singapore’s expanding digital economy
Breaking the Digital Ceiling
The Infocomm Media Development Authority unveiled Relaunch, a groundbreaking program empowering women to restart their tech careers after extended breaks.
Twenty-three industry giants, including Google Cloud, LinkedIn, and Rakuten, pledged support through training, mentorship, and job opportunities.
Numbers Tell the Story
Recent data shows remarkable progress – Singapore tech companies offering women-focused initiatives jumped from 31% in 2020 to 56% in 2023. The initiative addresses a crucial market need, considering tech talent represents 5% of total employment in Singapore.
Success Stories Emerge
Google Cloud’s Lidya Salim exemplifies the program’s potential. After a two-year break caring for her children, she transformed from battling self-doubt to becoming a corporate sales account manager.
The initiative pairs 20 mentors through vLookUp.ai and Singapore Computer Society, providing personalized career guidance.
