Women in Tech Sri Lanka expands IT training to Trincomalee
COLOMBO – Women in Tech Sri Lanka is expanding IT education, career guidance and professional opportunities beyond Colombo to boost youth potential in areas like Trincomalee.
Two sessions with university students and young people preparing to enter the professional world were held in the eastern city, led by Sanali Kaushalya, Country Director of Women in Tech Sri Lanka.
“Empowerment cannot remain concentrated in Colombo. We need to ensure that young people across Sri Lanka have the opportunity to learn, connect, develop and lead,” said Kaushalya.
The sessions focused on emerging technologies, artificial intelligence, innovation, leadership, career development and the future of work.
One session was conducted with the Faculty Career Guidance Cell, Faculty of Applied Science, Trincomalee Campus of Eastern University Sri Lanka for final-year students from the Department of Computer Science (DCS) and Department of Physical Science (DPS).
The discussion helped students see how their studies can turn into careers in a tech-driven job market.
A university degree is only the beginning of a technology career, Kaushalya said, and graduates must continuously develop their technical knowledge alongside communication, adaptability, creativity, problem-solving and networking skills to remain competitive in a rapidly evolving industry.
Another session was held at ESOFT Metro Campus Trincomalee, focusing on career development, emerging technologies, professional growth and skills.
The events highlighted the significant talent and ambition that exists outside Colombo, Women in Tech Sri Lanka said, adding that greater access to industry exposure, mentorship, professional networks and knowledge was essential to help them.
It also expressed belief that expanding access to technology education and professional networks can contribute to creating a more inclusive and geographically diverse technology ecosystem.
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