She Can Digital & E-Mentoring Program

Empowering Young Women Through Technology, Skills, and Global Connections

Overview

Launched in September 2018, the She Can Digital Skills & E-Mentoring Program is RUWON Nepal’s flagship digital empowerment initiative designed to equip young women and girls with the knowledge, practical skills, confidence, and global exposure needed to succeed in an increasingly digital world.

The program addresses barriers to technology access, digital learning, and employment opportunities faced by young women from rural, marginalized, and low-income communities. Through structured digital skills training and international e-mentoring, participants gain the competencies needed to pursue higher education, employment, entrepreneurship, and active participation in the digital economy.

The program operates through two dedicated training centers:

She Can Digital Center – Kapan, Kathmandu
She Can Digital Center – Kalanki, Kathmandu

These centers primarily serve girls and young women from rural and underserved backgrounds who have limited access to quality digital education and technology resources.

Participants complete a comprehensive six-month certification program that combines foundational digital literacy, advanced web development skills, personal development, leadership training, and international mentoring opportunities.

Program Objectives

The She Can Digital Skills & E-Mentoring Program aims to:

Improve digital literacy and technology skills among young women and girls.
Increase access to education, employment, and entrepreneurship opportunities.
Strengthen leadership, communication, and professional competencies.
Build confidence, independence, and self-reliance.
Reduce the digital divide between rural and urban communities.
Promote gender equality through education and digital inclusion.
Equip participants with future-ready skills for a technology-driven economy.

Six-Month Learning Pathway

The curriculum is delivered through two progressive phases that build both foundational and advanced digital competencies.
Phase 1: Foundational Digital Skills (Months 1–3)

The first phase focuses on essential computer and digital literacy skills designed for beginners and first-time technology users.

Key Learning Areas

Computer fundamentals and operating systems
File and data management
Internet and web browsing skills
Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Email and digital communication
Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Drive, Forms)
Online collaboration and productivity tools
Cybersecurity and digital safety
Social media literacy and responsible digital engagement
Digital marketing fundamentals
Emerging technologies and Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools
CV preparation and interview skills

Participants gain confidence using technology for education, communication, personal development, and everyday life.

Phase 2: Advanced Digital & Web Development Skills (Months 4–6)

The second phase focuses on technical and market-oriented skills that prepare participants for higher education, employment, freelancing, and entrepreneurship.

Key Learning Areas

UI/UX Design using Figma
Website planning, wireframing, and prototyping
HTML and CSS
Responsive web development
JavaScript programming
Python programming
Database fundamentals and management
Cloud computing concepts
Website hosting and deployment
Search Engine Optimization (SEO)
Project-based website development
Final project presentation and evaluation

Participants gain hands-on experience designing, developing, and launching websites while building practical skills aligned with current technology industry demands.

International E-Mentoring Component

A unique feature of the program is its International E-Mentoring initiative, implemented in partnership with volunteer mentors from around the world.

Through structured online mentoring sessions, participants receive guidance, encouragement, and professional development support while building meaningful global connections.

Key mentoring topics include:

Introduction and relationship building
Personal identity, self-awareness, and confidence building
Goal setting, aspirations, and future planning
Understanding personal strengths and potential
Leadership development and decision-making
Communication and presentation skills
Teamwork and collaboration
Problem-solving and critical thinking
Time management and productivity skills
Career exploration and professional development
Workplace readiness and professional etiquette
Networking and relationship building
Resilience, adaptability, and personal growth
Self-esteem and confidence enhancement

Through these mentoring sessions, participants strengthen their ability to communicate effectively, set meaningful goals, overcome challenges, work collaboratively, and develop the confidence needed to pursue higher education, employment, entrepreneurship, and leadership opportunities.

Who Can Participate?

The program is designed for young women and girls who face barriers to accessing quality digital education and technology opportunities.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants should:

Be a Nepali female citizen.
Be from a low-income, economically disadvantaged, or marginalized background.
Be currently studying in a government school, community school, or public college, or have recently completed their studies.
Demonstrate a strong interest in learning computer, digital, and technology skills.
Be motivated to improve their educational, personal, and professional development.
Be willing to participate actively and attend the full training program regularly.

Priority Consideration

Preference is given to:

Young women and girls from rural and underserved communities.
Students from government and community schools.
First-time digital learners with limited access to technology.
Young women who have migrated from rural districts to Kathmandu for education or employment opportunities.
Applicants seeking digital skills for higher education, employment, entrepreneurship, or career advancement.
Candidates recommended by their school, teacher, or community leader.

RUWON Nepal is committed to ensuring that talented and motivated young women, regardless of their economic circumstances, have access to opportunities that build digital skills, confidence, and future career pathways.

Program Achievements

Since its launch in 2018, the She Can Digital Program has created transformative opportunities for hundreds of young women and girls.

Training Results

475 women and girls participated in digital skills training.
285 participants successfully completed Foundational Digital Skills training.
190 participants completed Intermediate and Advanced Digital Skills training.

These achievements demonstrate strong learner commitment and the program’s effectiveness in supporting continuous skills development.

Current Reach

The program currently operates through two training centers in Kathmandu and delivers three cohorts annually.

58 participants per cohort
3 cohorts annually
174 young women and girls reached each year

Participants come primarily from rural, marginalized, and economically disadvantaged communities and receive both digital skills training and international e-mentoring support.

Program Impact

By completing the She Can Digital Skills & E-Mentoring Program, participants gain the knowledge, skills, confidence, and networks needed to succeed in education, employment, entrepreneurship, and leadership.

Participants:

Improve confidence in using technology.
Strengthen academic and professional readiness.
Gain practical digital and web development competencies.
Increase employability and career opportunities.
Access entrepreneurship and freelancing pathways.
Build leadership and communication skills.
Expand global perspectives through international mentoring.
Participate more actively in the digital economy.
Become role models and change-makers within their communities.

Our Vision

RUWON Nepal envisions a future where every young woman and girl has equal access to digital education, technology, mentorship, and opportunity.

Through the She Can Digital Skills & E-Mentoring Program, we are helping create a generation of confident, skilled, and empowered young women who can learn, lead, innovate, and thrive in a connected world.