Field Communications (NFC), and learned about biometrics and visual identification technologies.

“We will continue to support our students to develop the necessary skills required to succeed in their ambitious future endeavours. Girls4Tech is a pioneering program that has accomplished key milestones in its tenure, and we are proud to be affiliated with Mastercard on this venture,” Hammond continued.

In line with the UAE’s ‘Principles of the 50’ to develop digital, technical and scientific excellence in the country, Repton Abu Dhabi aims to further empower young female students to become the digital leaders of tomorrow, and inspire them to pursue STEM careers for greater gender parity through the outstanding STEM program. The curriculum is based on global science and math standards that connect the foundations of Mastercard’s business to STEM principles as well as various areas of interests and skills to pursue a career in STEM.

The Repton Family of Schools in the UAE, initially partnered with Mastercard in January 2020, to empower young Reptonians and support their real-world scenario development in STEM fields. The Girls4Tech programme, now in its final instalment with Repton schools, has supported the STEM skills development of 390 girls from Repton Al Barsha, Repton School Dubai and Repton School Abu Dhabi.

“International Women’s Day casts a spotlight on female participation in the workforce and the vital role they play in the economic prosperity of countries around the world. The Girls4Tech program is part of our efforts to inspire the next generation and provide them with the tools and resources to innovate as they become tomorrow’s technology leaders,” said Beatrice Cornacchia, Senior Vice President, Marketing and Communications, Eastern Europe, Middle East and Africa, Mastercard.