Work in Tech Supports 7.000 Youth in West Java and East Java Working in the IT Field
19 July 2023
The program has demonstrated a commitment to inclusivity, with 397 participants with disabilities actively engaged in the program. Additionally, the program has seen significant participation of 6,000 young women, highlighting the organization’s dedication to empowering young women in the tech industry. This demography, along with other participants, have gained support in the form of access to Google IT Support Professional Certificate, as well as soft skills development focused on workplace readiness, including gender awareness. They have also gained additional skills in digital marketing and junior web programming, as well as participating in IT bootcamps and mini projects that engaged 780 participants from West Java and East Java Fiona Madigan, INCO APAC Lead, expressed the success grained from the group’s first program in Indonesia. “Initially, we aimed to provide scholarships only for 10,000 individuals, but the response has exceeded expectations, with over 14,000 registered by the end of Work in Tech. This shows the immense potential and demand for IT training in Indonesia. Through this program, we have also made a significant impact on the lives of these young individuals, contributing to the creation of a more inclusive and empowered community,” Fiona expressed. The success of these activities has been bolstered by the support of highly capable mentors, which is a characteristic feature of IT training at Plan Indonesia. Participants have benefitted from various placements, including internships, employment opportunities, formal education, and short courses.
Representing the government of West Java, Rachmat Taufik Garsadi Head of the West Java Manpower and Transmigration Office extended their congratulations to Plan Indonesia and INCO for the successful completion of the Work in Tech program. “Plan Indonesia emphasized the program alignment with their vision of nurturing talent and empowering youth in the digital era. The achievements of the Work in Tech project are a testament to the collaborative efforts between the government, NGOs, and private organizations in driving positive change and creating opportunities for young individuals. Similar activities must be sustainable and have a direct impact on Indonesian youth,” conclude Rachmat. Muhammad Fikser, Head of Communication and Informatics Department of Surabaya City also expressed his aspiration for the success of this event. “We really appreciate the application works and real steps that have been taken by the Work in Tech program. This collaboration proves our commitment in empowering the young generation to innovate and contribute in the field of technology. We are excited to continue this collaboration and work together with children and young people in creating a better future in technology. Thank you to Plan Indonesia and all parties involved in the success of this Work in Tech program.” said Fikser.
Thesion, seorang mahasiswa berusia 20 tahun di Telkom Technology Institute Surabaya, membagikan pengalamannya. “Awalnya, saya kurang memahami bagaimana bisnis beroperasi. Berkat pendampingan intensif yang diberikan oleh program Work in Tech, saya sekarang memiliki kemampuan untuk mengimplementasikan rencana bisnis dalam proyek Stuntrack saya, yang berhasil mendapatkan peringkat ketiga dalam kegiatan Work in Tech. Saya telah belajar teknik analisis pasar untuk mendapatkan keunggulan kompetitif, memungkinkan saya mengidentifikasi tren dan peluang baru, menargetkan pasar tertentu, memetakan pesaing, dan mengembangkan strategi pemasaran,” ujarnya. As the Work in Tech project concludes, Plan Indonesia will continue its commitment to youth empowerment through various training programs in Jabodetabek, Java, Bali, and NTT. This ongoing effort aims to equip Indonesian youth with the necessary skills and opportunities to excel in the tech industry and contribute to the nation’s digital transformation. For further information, please visit: https://www.instagram.com/kitakerja.id and https://staging.planindonesia.org
About Yayasan Plan International Indonesia (Plan Indonesia)
Plan International has been working in Indonesia since 1969 and officially registered as Yayasan Plan International Indonesia (Plan Indonesia) in 2017. Our vision is to strive for children’s rights and equality for girls. We also work with youth to ensure meaningful youth participation in decisionmaking that has an impact to their lives. Plan Indonesia currently works in 8 provinces through seven thematic programmes, including Stunting Prevention, Elimination of Violence against Children and Youth, Adolescent Health, Youth Employment and Entrepreneurship (YEE), Resilient School, Gender-Responsive Disaster Preparedness and Humanitarian Response, Youth-led Climate Resilience. In East Nusa Tenggara, Plan Indonesia runs child sponsorship program that currently assists more than 36,000 marginalised children in the province. Media Contact:
Bandung Muhammad Mirza External Communications Coordinator Plan Indonesia +62 819-0888-1534 [email protected]
Surabaya Annisa Pratiwi Iskandar YEE Communications Consultant Plan Indonesia +62 821-2665-5998 [email protected]
