APAC Women in Tech Regional Awards 2024: A Catalyst for Change
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The recent Women in Tech (WIT) APAC Summit and Awards 2024, hosted at Malaysia's Central Bank, marked a pivotal moment in digital transformation across Asia-Pacific. With strong governmental support and industry partnerships, the event showcased unprecedented commitment to advancing women's roles in technology.
Ministerial Support and Vision
Malaysia's Minister of Digital, YB Gobind Singh Deo, delivered a compelling keynote address highlighting the government's commitment to digital inclusion. "As we stand on the precipice of this ever-evolving digital era, it is extremely important that we recognize and amplify the contributions of women in the tech space," stated Minister Gobind, emphasizing the ministry's dedication to fostering women's leadership in technology.
Innovation Recognition
The awards ceremony celebrated nine exceptional leaders across various categories, from teen innovators to lifetime achievers!
Aspiring Teen Award: Yam Yiu Wong
Best Ally Award: Akio T.
Most Impactful Initiative Award powered by CelcomDigi : Dr Saira Osama for CerebroCure Technologies Pvt Ltd
Most Disruptive Award, powered by Amazon : Momoko Fukunaga
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GreenTech Startup Award: Dr. Chithra Lekha P
Woman in Web3 Award powered by The Sandbox : Selvarany Rasiah
Tech Diplomacy Award: Jean Linis-Dinco
Global Leadership Award: Melissa Proxenos
Lifetime Achievement Award powered by AFFIN Group : Tserenjagzan Gansukh
Global Collaboration
The summit's international scope was evident through participation from five embassies (France, Japan, Netherlands, Hungary, and the US), featuring 57 speakers including four ambassadors. This diplomatic engagement underscores the global significance of women's advancement in technology.
The event's success was bolstered by key industry leaders including AFFIN Group , CelcomDigi , bp , PayNet (Payments Network Malaysia) , 亚马逊 , and Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) . These partnerships facilitated crucial initiatives, including the groundbreaking Memorandum of Understanding with Kapital DX (KLDX) to support funding for women-led startups.
For more information on upcoming events and initiatives, visit the Women in Tech Global -hub