Marking the International Day of the Girl Child, Zong, Pakistan\u2019s Leading Technology Services Enterprise, in partnership with Knowledge Platform have launched the next phase of the Zong Digital Scholars Program, advancing its commitment to digital inclusion, future-ready skills, and greater participation of young girls in Pakistan\u2019s technology-driven economy.
\nBuilding on an established foundation of impact, the program has reached more than 50,000 students, including over 5,000 young women, across 300+ schools in 35 cities across Pakistan. The phase marks a strategic evolution from broad-based digital education outreach towards equipping the next generation with the skills and capabilities required to thrive in an increasingly AI-driven world.
\nOver the next year, the program aims to reach 10,000 college and university students, delivering self-paced, game-based digital learning focused on artificial intelligence, analytical thinking, and problem-solving. By strengthening these critical capabilities, the program seeks to bridge the gap between access to digital learning and the skills needed to participate meaningfully in the emerging digital economy.
\nEmpowering young women is central to this next phase. With approximately 6,000 young women targeted for participation, representing 60% of the program\u2019s intended reach, the initiative aims to expand access to technology education and create pathways for greater female participation in Pakistan\u2019s digital and technology ecosystem. While maintaining a nationwide footprint, the program will place particular emphasis on underserved communities along the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), where access to quality digital learning opportunities remains a critical priority.
\nSpeaking on the occasion, Zong\u2019s Director Strategy and Company\u2019s Spokesperson, Nabila Yazdani said, \u201cAt Zong, we believe technology has the power to create meaningful and lasting impact beyond connectivity. Through our Digital Scholars Program, we are investing in future-ready skills, digital inclusion and greater participation of young women in the technology ecosystem. As a Technology Services Enterprise, we remain committed to harnessing technology as an enabler of opportunity, inclusion and long-term sustainable social impact.\u201d
\nKnowledge Platform COO Umair Ali added, \u201cThis International Day of the Girl Child, we are proud to extend our partnership with Zong to expand access to digital learning across Pakistan. Together, we will reach 10,000 students, with 60% participation from young women. Our shared focus is on creating meaningful learning opportunities for communities that need them the most.\u201d<\/p>\n