Villar wants women to be digital savvy to land jobs

SENATOR Cynthia Villar has urged women to immerse in digital technology, saying about 90 percent of jobs will require digital skills by 2025.

“As women, let us support and uplift one another, ensuring that no woman is left behind in this journey of digital transformation” Villar said during the

18th annual general assembly of the Philippine Federation of Local Councils of Women (PFLCW) held at the Heritage Hotel in Pasay City on June 8.

Villar noted that globally, only about 24 percent of women enroll in information and communication technology (ICT) courses, resulting in a shortage of skilled workers.

“In the Philippines, it is slightly higher at 30-40 percent, but still insufficient. This means we are missing out on the potential contributions of more than half of our population in the development of a strong digital economy,” she said. Macon Ramos-Araneta

FINISHING TOUCHES.

A person deprived of liberty (PDL) gives the finishing touches to his artwork which will be for sale to help the PDL’s family.

The painting is included in an exhibit at the minimum security compound inside New Bilibid Prison in Muntinlupa City.

Jay Morales