SINGAPORE, 9 April 2026 – To empower more women to build practical AI and digital skills, Microsoft has announced the ‘MPowerHer’ collaboration in Singapore alongside SG Women in Tech, Mums@Work, and Code; Without Barriers. Through the programme, participants across different life and career stages can access mentorship and gain hands-on experience in technology, including those returning to the workforce after a career break.

Officially launched today by Minister of State for the Ministry of Digital Development and Information Mdm Rahayu Mahzam at Microsoft Public Sector Solutions Day, MPowerHer represents how Microsoft is working to empower women in Singapore, bringing several strong community partners under one umbrella to support many pathways and real outcomes.

Designed as a navigation and enablement platform to help women access training, resources and connections, MPowerHer integrates and amplifies existing national and ecosystem programmes. This approach directly supports national objectives around inclusive workforce development, AI readiness, and sustained participation of women in the digital economy.

As a Microsoft Singapore–led initiative delivered with partners, MPowerHer combines foundational tech training with applied, team-based projects based on real-world use cases, alongside career readiness support and ongoing community through MPowerHer Circles, ultimately helping participants translate learning into employment pathways.

Designed for women across Singapore’s ecosystem – from adult learners and mid-career switchers to graduates and returners – MPowerHer supports pathways into roles in the public sector, small and medium enterprises, and the broader digital economy, along with ‘mumpreneurs’ starting their own businesses.

(From left to right) Jolie Quek, Microsoft Student Ambassador; Sher-Li Torrey, Founder, Mums@Work (Singapore); Dorcas Tan, Chair, SG Women in Tech; Mdm Rahayu Mahzam, Minister of State at Ministry of Digital Development and Information; Mayank Wadhwa, President, Microsoft ASEAN; Chia Wee Luen, Managing Director, Microsoft Singapore; Sindhura Sunkara, Lead, Code; Without Barriers launch MpowerHer in Singapore.

Microsoft Singapore Managing Director, Wee Luen Chia, said: “Initiatives like this are pivotal in Microsoft’s mission – to empower every person, in every community to achieve more with technology and AI. Through MPowerHer, we are investing in the people side of the ongoing AI transformation, ensuring that the workforce driving Singapore’s AI future is inclusive, skilled, and confident, with the support of inspiring and influential local partners.”

The program will be open to the more than 80,000 combined members of IMDA’s SG Women in Tech, Mums@Work and Code; Without Barriers communities, and to all women across Singapore. Participants will be able to attend in-person and virtual training sessions covering AI fundamentals and using Copilot, how to build AI agents, low-code and no-code development, design thinking and more, along with access to online Microsoft Learn classes and resources.

Participants, employers and ecosystem partners can register interest or explore collaboration opportunities via a portal on Code; Without Barriers website.

Ms Dorcas Tan, Chair of SG Women in Tech said, “At SG Women in Tech, we are committed to inspiring girls, empowering women tech professionals, and advancing women leaders across Singapore’s digital ecosystem. Microsoft’s MPowerHer initiative empowers women to navigate the AI era through skills training, mentorship, and networks at every stage – from students, early career professionals to those pivoting in tech. We are proud to partner with Microsoft on this initiative to equip girls and women with practical AI skills and strong networks, strengthening Singapore’s tech talent pipeline and driving greater diversity in our digital economy.”

Mums@Work Founder Sher-li Torrey said: “Women caregivers and mumpreneurs are a vital part of Singapore’s talent and business ecosystem, and they should not be left behind in an AI-driven economy. Through MPowerHer, Mums@Work is excited to collaborate with Microsoft to help women build practical AI and digital skills, gain confidence, and access clearer pathways to employment, entrepreneurship, and long-term growth.”

The launch of MPowerHer to support women in the AI era follows last week’s announcements of new Microsoft Elevate programs to provide AI access and skills to tertiary students, educators and nonprofits in Singapore. Today’s event also marked the introduction of Fabric Go Local and Windows 365 Link devices in Singapore.

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