2026 Federal Government Microsoft Free AI Skills for Women

Apply Now: Federal Ministry of Women Affairs Free AI Skills Training 2026 in Partnership with Microsoft and Founderz

Applications are now open for the Federal Ministry of Women Affairs Free AI Skills Training 2026, delivered in partnership with Microsoft, Founderz, and Happy Woman.

This initiative is designed to equip women across Nigeria with practical Artificial Intelligence (AI) knowledge, digital skills, and future-ready competencies needed to thrive in today’s technology-driven world.

Whether you are a student, entrepreneur, professional, business owner, creative, stay-at-home mother, or simply curious about technology, this programme provides an opportunity to learn AI completely free of charge.

About the Programme

Artificial Intelligence is rapidly transforming industries, careers, businesses, and everyday life. To ensure Nigerian women are not left behind, the Federal Ministry of Women Affairs has partnered with global technology leaders to provide accessible AI  education for women nationwide.

The programme is designed for beginners and requires no previous experience in technology or artificial intelligence. Participants will gain practical knowledge that can be applied in work, business, education, and personal development.

What Participants Will Learn

• Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
• AI Fundamentals and Core Concepts
• AI Tools for Productivity
• Prompt Engineering
• Responsible and Ethical AI Use
• AI Cybersecurity Fundamentals
• Data Analytics Essentials
• Digital and Future-Ready Skills
• Innovation and Entrepreneurship
• Using AI for Career and Business Growth

Who Can Apply?

The programme is open to women across Nigeria, including:

• Students
• Entrepreneurs
• Professionals
• Creatives
• Business Owners
• Stay-at-Home Mothers
• Women Interested in Technology
• Complete Beginners with No Previous AI Experience

Programme Benefits

• 100% Free Training
• Flexible Online Learning
• Beginner-Friendly Curriculum
• Microsoft-Backed Learning Experience
• Practical AI and Digital Skills
• Access to a Global Learning Community
• Career and Business Development Opportunities
• Learning from Microsoft Experts and Industry Leaders

Programme Format

• Duration: 3 Hours
• Mode: 100% Online
• Cost: Free

Certification

Participants who successfully complete the programme will receive an Official Microsoft Credential, which can be added to professional portfolios and shared on platforms such as LinkedIn.

Why This Programme Matters

AI is shaping the future of work, innovation, and economic opportunity. Yet women remain significantly underrepresented in the field globally. This initiative seeks to bridge that gap by providing women with the knowledge, confidence, and skills needed to participate actively in the AI-powered future.

Application Deadline not specified

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