SLASSCOM Boosts Northern Region ICT/BPM Talent Pipeline 🚀

• The Sri Lanka Association for Software and Services Companies (SLASSCOM) recently hosted the IT & BPM Exploration Day – Northern Region at the University of Vavuniya, Faculty of Technology. • This event is part of SLASSCOM’s ongoing initiative (following the Central Province event) to expand technology education, skills, and career awareness in regional communities. • The program successfully drew over 500 participants, including students, undergrads, academics, and entrepreneurs, focusing on strengthening the national talent pipeline for the ICT/BPM sector. • Sessions included SLASSCOM TechKids and Arduino workshops for junior students, alongside industry awareness, entrepreneurship, 'STEM for Her,' and mentoring sessions for youth and professionals. • The initiative was supported by the Royal Norwegian Embassy and featured key partnership from EY GDS, providing valuable insights into global IT & BPM career pathways. • SLASSCOM aims to bridge the gap between education and industry, fostering an innovation-driven mindset and ensuring regional talent contributes to Sri Lanka’s digitally advanced economy.