Niñas Digitales Perú is innovative in its fusion of digital education and gender equality. The program's uniqueness lies in virtual workshops using Scratch Jr, to enhace technical skills and foster creativity. It empowers girls to break gender barriers in STEM, creating a holistic learning experience that goes beyond traditional education. Through this innovative approach, the program envisions to go beyond skill development; is seeks to motivate a transformation in how girls perceive and engage with technology, paving the way for a more inclusive and diverse future in STEM fields.

Niñas Digitales Perú is currently undergoing active evolution, placing a particular emphasis on two significant initiatives. Firstly, the forthcoming 5th edition will pivot towards digital confidence and security, illustrating the program's adaptability to the ever-changing landscape of digital education, addressing emerging challenges.

Furthermore, the ongoing research, conducted in partnership with the Ministry of Development and Social Inclusion and the Inter-American Development Bank, to formulate a specialized Niñas Digitales program for vulnerable populations, including girls and teenagers residing in poverty, extreme poverty, and facing diverse challenges such as disabilities, as well as belonging to indigenous or afro-peruvian communities. This project reinforces the program's commitment to expanding its impact to marginalized populations, ensuring that digital education is accessible to those encountering diverse circumstances of vulnerability.

The program's development involves strategic collaboration with civil society partners, international cooperation agents, private sector and other government agencies aligned with the objectives of the program. In the ongoing project to design a specialized Niñas Digitales program aimed at vulnerable populations, we have a strategic alliance with the Ministry of Development and Social Inclusion and the Inter-American Development Bank.

Primary beneficiaries are girls aged 8 to 17, engaging parents, educators, and community leaders as interested parties. The program envisions a collaborative approach to support girls in their educational journey and break gender stereotypes within the science en technology fields.
The Ministry of Development and Social Inclusion of Peru and the Interamerican Development Bank (IADB) are key stakeholders to the project.

Niñas Digitales Perú has marked substantial progress since its inaugural workshop. Across four editions, the program engaged over 7000 girls nationwide, actively contributing to the promotion of digital literacy and the gradual breakdown of gender barriers. Crucial metrics such as participation rates and skill assessments were assessed, notably through the final projects contest in the last edition. Remarkably, girls created compelling stories of women in Science using the Scratch Jr platform, with outstanding projects earning scholarships to fortify their newly acquired skills.

Moving forward, the program envisions exponential growth, specifically targeting an expansion to reach more girls, especially those in vulnerable populations.

- Maintaining girls' interest in technology over time may be challenging, requiring efforts to keep the program engaging and relevant for a sustained impact.
- The program should always be culturally sensitive and inclusive so it needs to be able to understan and respect diverse cultural backgrounds to enhance the effectiveness of the program.
- Establishing partnerships with local communities, schools, and organizations is vital for the sustainability of the program, as collaboration with stakeholders also facilitates the sharing of resources and expertise.
- Careful assessment is necessary for evaluating the long-term impact of the program on participants' academic and career choices, emphasizing the importance of establishing metrics

Success for Niñas Digitales requires a strong foundation: reliable infrastructure and tools, clear strategic policies, effective and colaborative leadership, ample resources, and unwavering commitment that surpases changes in government priorities. Prioritizing Niñas Digitales as a key government initiative and institutionalizing it in the Ministry of Education's policies are crucial for its continuity and long-term impact.

- The program has successfully replicated in four editions, engaging over 7000 girls nationwide, with a fifth edition currently underway.
- The success and impact of Niñas Digitales Perú can be replicated through partnerships and sharing best practices. Scalability relies on strategic collaborations, ensuring its reach to benefit more girls nationwide.

Niñas Digitales Perú has gained invaluable lessons, recognizing the need for a nuanced approach across diverse age groups, tailoring the content to optimize the learning experience for each age bracket—specifically, girls aged 8 to 12 and 13 to 17. Additionally, it emphasizes the pivotal role of the entire educational community, fostering collaboration among students, parents, professors, and the broader community.
Furthermore, the program has embraced the significance of practical application in the learning process, engaging girls in hands-on projects rthat facilitate the application and reinforcement of acquired knowledge.
Lastly, mapping local education and technology actors is essential for achieving this ambitious goal.

Niñas Digitales Perú Program received the ExcelGob award at the VII Ministerial Meeting on Digital Government organized by the Electronic Government Network of Latin America and the Caribbean (Red GEALC), with the support of the Organization of American States (OAS) and the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) in the Gender Approach category. This award recognizes the best solutions implemented by the governments of Latin America and the Caribbean. (link: https://www.redgealc.org/site/assets/files/16406/excelgob2022_ingles.pdf)