We are extremely proud to announce that we are finalists for the Diversity Award at the Tech Excellence Awards this May!
This nomination helps recognise our ongoing commitment to building an inclusive and representative tech workforce. We are among some incredibly inspiring companies within this category, driving change across the sector. Congratulations to all the finalists!
Championing Diversity in Tech
Our mission is to promote an inclusive and sustainable smart economy, ensuring access to in-demand tech skills for quality employment and shared prosperity. In doing so, we are maximising opportunity through technology and making technology work for all.
Through the Tech Apprenticeship programmes and a number of projects and initiatives, we have supported individuals from underrepresented backgrounds in launching their careers into the tech sector.
Some of these initiatives include:
- i-FIT: All Female Software Development programme
Our annual all female Software Development Tech Apprenticeship intake, is aimed at enabling women of all backgrounds nationwide to attain tech skills & qualifications to commence a successful ICT career.
We are actively exploring partnership opportunities with Employers located in Dublin and surrounding areas for the next i-FIT programme starting this October.
By partnering with companies nationwide, from SME’s to Large multinational organisations, FIT help build more diverse tech teams and pave the way for the next generation of women to rise, lead, and thrive through this unique tech apprenticeship programme.
Register your interest here to start the hiring process today.
- Cuimsiú
The Cuimsiú Programme is an initiative set up by FIT to support Neurodivergent and Disabled People on a path to tech employment that works for them. We also work with employers to support them in creating inclusive workplaces through the Cuimsiú Employer Network.
The Cuimsiú Employer Network provides employers with online and in person training, and support and resources from the Cuimsiú Team.
Learn more about Cuimsiú and how you can be part of the employer network here.
- HERO in Tech
FIT’s annual HERO in Tech Expo aims to inspire female learners from 4th – 6th year and LCA.
This unique expo allows young learners to explore career opportunities, hear from females leading the way in the tech sector and dive into interactive demos with our VR headsets and robotic cars.
HERO in Tech takes place on the 25th of November 2025 in the Green Isle Hotel, Clondalkin, Co. Dublin, and we are looking for forward-thinking companies to become exhibitors on the day. Contact Lorraine on lorrainekeane@fit.ie to get involved.
Tech Excellence Awards
Learn more about the Tech Excellence Awards here
