Driving Diversity and Inclusion in IT: The Gender Disparity

Another fantastic lunch time session took place today…..

Despite progress in recent years, women continue to be underrepresented in IT, facing various barriers and challenges ranging from gender bias to systemic inequalities.

This panel brings together industry experts, advocates, and thought leaders to explore strategies, best practices, and initiatives aimed at fostering a more diverse and inclusive IT workforce. Through insightful discussions and shared experiences, the panel aims to inspire action and drive meaningful change towards gender equality in technology.

Discussion Points:

• Key challenges and barriers faced by women pursuing careers in technology.
• The impact of gender disparity for innovation
• Successful initiatives and programs supporting women in technology
• Creating inclusive policies and practices

Huge thanks to our panellists: Verena Weber, Magdalene Amegashitsi, Gill Cooke (she/her) and Natascha Polderman!