ITSTEP Academy Philippines Forges Trailblazing Alliances with Davao’s Leading Tech Communities
Empowering the Region, Shaping the Future of IT Education
In a groundbreaking move that signals a bright new era for Davao City’s tech scene, ITSTEP Academy Philippines proudly announced the signing of memoranda of partnership with three of the city’s most influential and visionary tech organizations. This landmark collaboration not only affirms ITSTEP’s role as a rising beacon of innovation in Mindanao but also sets the stage for a more united, empowered, and globally competitive IT education community.
Among the prestigious partners welcomed into ITSTEP’s ever-growing circle of collaboration are:
🌐 DEFI (Decentralized Finance Community of Davao) – The forefront of the city’s cryptocurrency and blockchain ecosystem, DEFI brings cutting-edge fintech conversations and trailblazing knowledge on the future of digital economies.
🐍 DurianPy – Davao’s passionate and growing community of Python experts and enthusiasts, DurianPy represents the pulse of modern programming excellence in the region.
💻 Davao Interschool Computer Enthusiasts (DICE) – A powerful collective of computer clubs and IT organizations across the Davao Region, DICE is a testament to the collaborative spirit and technical ingenuity of the next generation of tech leaders.
Through these partnerships, ITSTEP Academy will serve as the official hub and venue for these communities’ events, trainings, hackathons, and forums, empowering students and professionals alike to immerse in real-world tech movements and thought leadership. This shared space will become a creative powerhouse where ideas flourish, skills sharpen, and futures are reimagined.
“This is more than just a partnership—it is a promise,” shared Mr Mikko Canarias, ITSTEP Marketing Manager, during the official signing. “A promise to elevate Davao’s IT education to global standards, to create a culture of collaboration over competition, and to build a future where the next great innovation might just come from right here in our city.”
The alliance aims not only to cross-promote initiatives and events, but also to encourage mentorship, resource sharing, and community-driven growth. Together, these organizations hope to nurture the dreams of young coders, future engineers, and digital entrepreneurs who are hungry to make a difference.
As ITSTEP Academy plants its roots deeper into the local tech landscape, these partnerships are proof that great things bloom where passion meets purpose. With every seminar, workshop, and collaboration, Davao City is one step closer to becoming the southern Philippines’ epicenter for world-class IT education and innovation.
Indeed, the future of tech is bright—and it begins now, here, at ITSTEP.
