“Yosh Dasturchi”: IT Park Supports Young Developers with Special Needs

On May 22–23, the Tashkent branch of IT Park Uzbekistan hosted the inclusive “Yosh Dasturchi” competition, aimed at supporting and advancing projects by young developers with visual impairments. The event was organized to promote equal opportunities in the field of information technology and to foster inclusion within Uzbekistan’s IT community. The national stage of the competition was jointly organized by the Society of the Blind of Uzbekistan and IT Park Uzbekistan.

The competition brought together talented young developers aged 18 to 30 with Group I and II disabilities from 10 regions of the country. Participants are actively engaged in developing digital solutions and IT products using specialized software and tools.

Empowering Through Technology
Participants showcased their software solutions, applications, and other digital projects tailored to the needs and capabilities of visually impaired users. The competition served not only as a platform to demonstrate professional skills but also as an inspiration for other young people with disabilities to pursue growth in the tech industry.

On the first day, participants competed across four categories, each assessed by a separate panel of judges with category-specific tasks. This format ensured a fair and professional evaluation process.

The second day featured a training seminar, open discussions, and an official awards ceremony for the winners.

Winners

First place: Shahzod Khasanov — awarded 3 million UZS, a certificate, and a Samsung Tab tablet.

Second place: Jaloliddin Siradzhiddinov — awarded 2 million UZS, a certificate, and a Samsung Tab.

Third place: Farrukh Jumanazarov — awarded 1 million UZS, a certificate, and a Samsung Tab.

Additionally, 10 active and creative participants received encouragement prizes of 500,000 UZS each.

Inclusion Is the Future
IT Park Uzbekistan places a strong emphasis on building an inclusive ecosystem where every talent has the opportunity to thrive. The “Yosh Dasturchi” competition is a step toward demonstrating that technology should be accessible to all, regardless of physical limitations.

IT Park will continue to support initiatives aimed at engaging people with special needs in the digital economy by providing access to educational, professional, and career development opportunities.