Locations120 young women, aged 18 and above, enhanced their IT skills through a transformative programme. Some have already secured their dream jobs or received exciting offers. Here's one of their success stories.
Nuriniso participating in UNDP’s IT Internship Programme for Young Women
UNDP Tajikistan
The Facebook announcement that changed everything
For years, Nuriniso dreamed of entering the world of IT, but the opportunity never came—until now. A healthcare specialist with a background in public health, she spent years working with local NGOs and international organizations, always wondering: What if technology could make medical services more accessible for everyone?
Then, she saw an announcement that changed everything. Nurinisoi Malik joined UNDP’s IT Internship Programme for Young Women. It wasn’t just about learning IT…
"Imagine a world where people don’t have to wait in endless queues just to see a doctor," she says. "With the right use of technology, they could book appointments online, consult with specialists remotely, and get the care they need - without the long wait."
In Tajikistan, hospital queues are a daily struggle. Whether state-run or private, most medical facilities lack proper appointment systems, forcing patients to wait hours -sometimes days - for a simple consultation.
Nuriniso is determined to change that. With her new tech skills, she has a clear idea of bringing innovation to the healthcare system and making it more accessible for all.
Nuriniso alongside her peers during UNDP’s IT courses
UNDP Tajikistan
The internship programme that secured a dream job
With her background in healthcare and newly gained IT skills, Nuriniso is now a Senior Mental Health and Psychosocial Support Associate at the International Organization for Migration in Tajikistan—a role she calls her dream job.
Smiling, she shares how UNDP’s IT courses helped her get there:
"I had no idea how to write a strong CV or fill out applications that truly reflected my skills and experience. Beyond IT, we also learned how to present ourselves on paper in a way that stands out," she says.
As part of the training, young women not only gained digital skills but also learned how to craft professional, competitive CVs and applications—unlocking the secrets to catching a hiring manager’s attention.
Nuriniso and fellow participants attending evening IT classes
UNDP Tajikistan
From QA testing to data analysis and more
Over three months, IT courses for young women in Dushanbe and Khujand equipped 120 participants with valuable digital skills. Like Nuriniso, several graduates have already received job offers from private companies in Tajikistan.
To wrap up the internship programme, a job fair brought young IT specialists face-to-face with potential employers, opening doors to new opportunities.
Throughout the training, participants gained hands-on experience from industry experts in QA testing (ensuring software quality), data analytics (turning data into insights), and accounting. They also learned how to craft standout CVs and job applications, giving them the confidence and skills to enter the job market enthusiastically.
Nuriniso after graduating from the IT courses for young women
UNDP Tajikistan
The first step towards a digital healthcare system has already been taken
Like many of her peers, Nuriniso is optimistic about the digitalization of healthcare in Tajikistan. She knows that real change takes time, but she sees this initiative as just the beginning.
"For this vision to become a reality, I’ll need support. It’s about transforming the system, and I hope the right institutions will recognise the potential and help make it happen," she says.
The internship programme was part of UNDP’s Youth Empowerment through Skills Development and Innovation project, funded by the Government of Russia and implemented with IT-Run.
For media inquiries, please contact: Nigora Fazliddin, Communication Analyst, Nigorai.fazliddin@undp.org
