First Ever TECH LADIES Event in the Philippines

Unlike long time ago where woman were just like servants to men, women nowadays in almost ¾ of the world are equal to men. Gone are the days where women’s tasks are limited only to household chores and taking care of the children in the family. Thanks to the people who fight for women gender equality and push movements as well as activities letting the whole world know that women are far more than any of that.

One great community that’s great to mention that supports and inspire women is Tech Ladies. This is originally a community for women in Asia with a purpose to connect, learn, and advance as programmers in the tech industry.

The first ever Tech Ladies event in the Philippines was held in Cebu City last February 24, 2017 in A Space Cebu. It is blossoming in Southeast Asia but not yet present in the Philippines. So, a group of independent women in tech volunteers in Cebu wanted the community be expanded in the country. Thus, the reason of the said lightning talks and networking over drinks. The main goal of the activity focused on motivating and supporting local women techmakers strive more for excellence and merit. It was a fun-filled getting to know session, great sharing of life struggles and creative gathering for women in Cebu.

What are the activities?
Games – By this, I really mean fun games! We all wanted all women to be friends with each other and this is one way to really. “The boat is sinking” game was amusing. Through this, attendee’s talents that ranged from dancing, singing to beatboxing were showcased.
Motivational Talk for Women – There were three women speakers in the tech world who delivered the very inspirational message conveying the message that women can be anything despite of struggles and challenges along the way.

Why did I join this?
I am a total supporter when it comes to women’s activities. I believe that there’s more we can do. I was also a beginner programmer before I switched to System Administration kind of profession.


This event is organized by independent women in tech volunteers in Cebu and our community partner A SPACE. Additional thanks go to our sponsors HappyWebs and Third Team Media.