BRIDGES Project: One Year of Impact for Inclusive Digital Education in Southeast Asia
The BRIDGES project (“Building a Resilient and Inclusive Digital and Gender-aware Economy in South-East Asia”) celebrated its first anniversary this May.
Running over a three-year period, the project has already enabled 147 new students to join Passerelles Numériques’ training programs in Cambodia and the Philippines. In total, 745 students will benefit from digital training, socio-educational support, and guidance towards professional integration in both countries.
A gender equality mainstreaming initiative was launched in partnership with the French organization Batik.
During this first year, a new initiative to mainstream gender equality within Passerelles Numériques’ centers was launched, in partnership with the French organization Batik. Gender focal points were appointed in each country to lead the project locally. A self-assessment was conducted to evaluate how gender-related aspects are integrated into each center. Training sessions and awareness-raising activities for staff, students, and partners will be held to foster greater inclusion of girls in the digital field.
This October, a regional workshop will be held in Cambodia, bringing together teams from all four Passerelles Numériques countries. It will be a valuable opportunity to meet, reconnect, and reflect on the key challenges facing the organization today and in the future.
Stay tuned for more updates on the Bridges project adventure!
