Written by Women in Tech® Global and UN Women are inviting applications for the Digital Skills and Mentorship Programme, an initiative designed to help women and girls across the Western Balkans develop practical digital skills, access professional mentorship and improve their understanding of online safety.
The programme focuses on digital literacy, artificial intelligence (AI), digital entrepreneurship and protection against technology-facilitated violence. It is intended to help participants build relevant skills, explore career opportunities and become more confident using digital tools.
Applications close on November 20, 2026.
What the Programme Offers
Participants can benefit from training, mentorship and learning activities focused on digital skills and professional development.
The programme covers:
- Digital skills training: Opportunities to strengthen digital literacy and develop knowledge of emerging technologies, including AI.
- Digital entrepreneurship: Exposure to digital tools and approaches that can support business development and entrepreneurship.
- Professional mentorship: Guidance from professionals in information and communications technology (ICT), cybersecurity, science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM), and human resources.
- Online safety education: Learning about technology-facilitated violence, online risks and ways to improve digital safety.
- Career development: Opportunities to explore technology-related career pathways and connect their skills to professional goals.
The programme is listed as offering online and in-person participation. Applicants should check the application form for details about the schedule, delivery format and any attendance requirements.
The published information does not confirm a cash award, scholarship stipend, device provision or guaranteed employment placement.
Who Can Apply?
The programme targets women and girls across the Western Balkans.
However, the publicly available announcement does not provide a complete breakdown of eligibility requirements. Applicants should use the official application form to confirm:
- The eligible countries and any citizenship or residency requirements.
- The minimum and maximum age limits, if applicable.
- Whether previous technology experience or specific educational qualifications are required.
- The expected time commitment and programme schedule.
- Any documents or supporting information required for submission.
Applicants should not assume that the programme is open worldwide. Its published target audience is women and girls in the Western Balkans, so applicants based elsewhere should confirm their eligibility before applying.
What Skills Can Participants Develop?
The programme combines digital learning with mentorship and online safety education.
Digital literacy and AI: Participants can strengthen their understanding of digital tools and emerging technologies.
Technology careers: Mentorship from professionals in ICT and STEM can help participants explore career options and identify skills they need to develop.
Digital entrepreneurship: The programme introduces participants to digital entrepreneurship and ways technology can support business activities.
Online safety: Participants can learn about technology-facilitated violence and the risks women and girls may face online.
The exact courses, training hours and learning materials should be confirmed through the official application process.
Application Deadline
Applications close on November 20, 2026. The published announcement does not specify the closing time or time zone, so applicants should submit early.
How to Apply
Interested applicants can follow these steps:
Visit the official Women in Tech × UN Women application form.
- Review the programme information and confirm that you meet the eligibility requirements.
- Complete the application form with accurate information.
- Check your answers before submitting.
- Monitor your email for further communication from the organisers.
Application deadline: November 20, 2026.
Programme focus: Digital skills, mentorship, digital entrepreneurship and online safety.
Target audience: Women and girls across the Western Balkans.
Apply here: Women in Tech × UN Women Digital Skills & Mentorship Programme