Upskilling and Reskilling Women in IT, Cybersecurity and AI
We are on a mission to upskill women in tech, close the gender gap, drive innovation in companies, and boost the economy in Czechia.
of IT professionals in Czechia are men
of Czech companies struggle to fill ICT positions
GDP growth by 2030 if diversity is prioritized
innovation returns and +9% EBIT margins
At Czechitas, we believe in the power of education to transform lives. That’s why we’re thrilled to be part of SXSW EDU 2025, a global hub where innovation, inspiration, and collaboration come together.
📍 Let’s meet! If you’re attending SXSW EDU and want to connect, join us at our panel discussion, stop by our Meet & Greet, or grab a coffee with us anytime between March 3–7. Let’s connect and explore how we can empower more women in tech - together! 🚀
Contact us directly:
Senta Čermáková, CEO: senta.cermakova@czechitas.cz or
Dagmar Ficová, Head of Partnership & Fundraising dagmar.ficova@czechitas.cz
Smart City projects and events manager - Brno City
“The cooperation between the City of Brno and Czechitas is extremely valuable to us, as it supports the education and development of digital skills among women and youth, which is crucial for the future growth of our city and the entire region. The City of Brno is proud to have been supporting this inspiring organization long-term and collaborating on projects that drive society forward.”
Managing Director SAP Labs Czech Republic
“Since 2017, when we began our collaboration with Czechitas, we have been excited to follow their successes and the organization’s ongoing progress. We are proud to contribute as a partner to their mission of educating the public in digital skills and reducing inequalities in the job market – during our partnership, we have increased the percentage of women in R&D at SAP in Brno from 9% to 22%.”
From Gastronomy to Front-End Development
Driven by a desire for a better life, she made a radical change. Without a university or even a high school diploma, she retrained with us and is now developing websites.
“I don't have a college degree and I didn't even finish high school because of health problems. Nevertheless, today I work as a frontend developer thanks to Czechitas.”
From Project Management to IT Testing
COVID pushed Kateřina to leave project management for a new path. Despite juggling two kids and a full-time job, she completed our Digital Academy and landed her dream role as a tester.
“I was worried about how I would manage the time-consuming courses. I had a full-time job and small children. It worked. I also really appreciated the career workshops and individual consultations.”
From Finance Manager to Data Analyst
Driven by a desire for a better life, she made a radical change. Without a university or even a high school diploma, she retrained with usIt’s never too late to change careers. Andrea Řezníčková left her senior finance role to become an IT analyst, and now she heads home each day full of energy, eager to keep learning. and is now developing websites.
“Changing careers at 52 gave me new energy. I went from a fairly senior management position in financial controlling to a data analyst.”
We empower women to excel in the careers of tomorrow by enhancing their technical skills thanks to which they can move ahead in their careers or to change their careers altogether.
Our programs go beyond traditional teaching, incorporating the guidance of experienced lecturers and trainers to provide pathways to career advancement in key areas, including Digital Skills, Web and App Development, Data Analysis + AI, and Cybersecurity.
Designed for all levels from beginner to advanced, we employ innovative teaching methods and foster a supportive, pleasant, and safe learning environment.
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As an IT student at Masaryk University, Dita Formánková noticed the stark underrepresentation of women in her field. Driven by a desire to change this, she founded Czechitas in 2014 to empower more women to enter the world of technology. What began as weekend programming workshops called Rails Girls in Brno, organized with a few friends, quickly resonated with participants and grew in popularity.
Dita’s vision to support women in IT expanded into a nationwide initiative, offering a wide range of courses and workshops across various IT disciplines. Today, Czechitas has grown into the largest IT community in the Czech Republic, dedicated to fostering digital skills and driving gender diversity in technology across the country.
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