Applications are now open for the “You Go Girl!” scholarship, a fully funded exchange visit to South Korea for women in tech. Launched by UN Women and KOICA Pakistan, this program targets women aged 18-35 in tech-related fields, with a deadline of 12 August 2025. Open to Pakistani women from specific districts with at least secondary education, it offers no application fee and covers all program costs, including travel and training.
Key Details
- Program: Fully funded 4-5 day tech exchange visit to South Korea
- Eligibility: Pakistani women, 18-35, from Lahore, Faisalabad, Multan, Peshawar, Mardan, or Swabi, with secondary education and tech interest
- Deadline: 12 August 2025
- Coverage: Airfare, accommodation, meals, transport, and learning sessions
- Coharts:
- Cohort 1: Emerging Tech Leaders (September 2025) – Early-career professionals (2+ years experience) and final-year undergraduate or master’s students
- Cohort 2: Professionals & Entrepreneurs (October 2025) – Participants with 2+ years of experience or specialized skills in tech fields
- Application: No fee, apply via UN Women form
- Requirement: Valid passport by Aug 2025, English fluency, mentoring commitment
Eligibility
To apply, you must:
- Be a Pakistani woman aged 18-35
- Reside in Lahore, Faisalabad, Multan, Peshawar, Mardan, or Swabi
- Hold (or be eligible for) a valid passport by August 2025
- Have at least secondary education
- Show interest or experience in tech/digital fields
- Be fluent in English
- Commit to peer mentoring after returning
What’s Covered?
UN Women covers all program-related costs, including:
- Round-trip international airfare
- Accommodation and meals in Korea
- Local transportation and interpretation services
- Daily learning sessions, networking events, and site visits
Selection Process
Applicants will be assessed on:
- Motivation and readiness
- Technical experience and aspirations
- Regional and socioeconomic diversity
Shortlisted candidates may be invited for interviews. Final cohort placement will be determined by the selection panel based on experience and overall fit.
Who Should Apply?
- Women STEM & ICT professionals (AI, data, software, cybersecurity)
- Mid-career women in tech companies & Telcos
- Researchers & academics in digital innovation
- Tech policy professionals & advocates
- Leaders of digital inclusion initiatives
Location
Republic of Korea (South Korea)
Deadline
Apply by 12 August 2025
How to Apply?
Fill out the application form at the UN Women Application Form – You Go Girl no later than 12 August 2025.
