Tech Desk 
Jan 20, 2025
The Pakistan Science Club (PSC) has announced the launch of the Technovation Challenge 2024-2025, a 12-week programme empowering young girls in the country.
The programme aims to educate young Pakistani girls aged between 8-18 to use mobile and artificial intelligence (AI) technologies to address real-world problems in their lives.
Technovation Challenge in Pakistan
With over 20,000 girls from 115 countries participating annually, the Technovation Challenge offers a unique opportunity for young girls to learn, grow, and compete globally.
Notably, PSC has been running various technological programmes since 2018 and has gained international recognition, including being named Global Winner twice for the AI Family Challenge programme.
Women empowerment initiatives in Pakistan
Through the programme, young Pakistani girls will work in teams to identify community challenges, develop innovative solutions, and build apps to address these problems.
Additionally, the training will enhance collaboration, problem-solving, and leadership skills in girls.
The programme is free and open to all young girls in the country, consisting of 12 weekly sessions, conducted both online and on-site.
Participants will be divided into three age categories:
- Beginner Division (8-12 years)
- Junior Division (13-15 years)
- Senior Division (16-18 years)
However, PSC will announce the on-site session locations and schedules later.
With this initiative, PSC also focuses on developing entrepreneurship and leadership skills, guiding participants to turn their ideas into market-ready prototypes.
