
Who Are the Role Models Driving Gender Equality in Tech? Insights from Belgium
Belgium’s tech landscape is home to a diverse network of women who are actively working to close the gender gap

Belgium’s tech landscape is home to a diverse network of women who are actively working to close the gender gap

In an era where digital transformation is opening up new career pathways and shaping our societies, it is vital to

The gender-equality paradox, widely discussed in the research literature and media in recent years, claims that differences between women and

A new academic study, Women in the ICT Sector in European Union States: Facing Gender Inequalities (Gaweł & Kapsdorferová, 2024),

All children are curious and enthusiastic. Trying things out, discovering and learning through play are important building blocks for the

Ireland’s tech sector is thriving, but beneath the surface of this digital boom lies a leadership gap that’s harder to

In one of our previous articles, we suggested some books to raise awareness on the issue of gender discrimination in

At HER TECH, we believe that change starts with stories — stories of people and organisations transforming inclusion into action.

In 2024, the Swedish government launched a new national strategy for STEM education and skills — aiming to strengthen the

As Her Tech has several research phases, one of our investigation lines focuses on identifying key factors and actors that

When discussing the future of Europe’s digital economy, we often think of artificial intelligence, blockchain, or quantum computing. However, the

As part of the HER Tech project, in which Rosenheim Technical University represents Germany, numerous interviews were conducted with stakeholders

Across Europe, women and girls remain underrepresented in ICT, with fewer than 20% of ICT specialists in the EU identifying

Despite progress in gender equity, women remain underrepresented in STEM fields, facing cultural, symbolic, and institutional barriers long before entering

As our research activities move forward, one element is becoming increasingly clear: the importance of role models and systemic initiatives is

Sweden’s tech sector is seeing strong passion from women: according to The State of Women in Tech 2025 by Women

Promoting a more gender balanced tech industry is not only important for women working on the field, but also crucial

To date, women are still significantly underrepresented in ICT professions in Germany. There are many reasons for this, which are

Europe’s digital transformation is accelerating. The EU’s Digital Decade strategy aims to double the number of ICT specialists to 20

As part of its research activities, HER TECH investigates the structural and social factors that impact girls’ and women’s participation

We invite you to take part in a 4–5 minute survey as part of the HER TECH project. This research

Insufficient awareness of gender discrimination in STEM continues to hinder women’s full involvement in Information and Communication Technology (ICT). Many

The underrepresentation of women in ICT is not only a social equity concern, but a structural barrier to achieving Europe’s

In an era where digital technology shapes every facet of our lives, the underrepresentation of women in Information and Communication

Human capital in ICT (Information and Communication Technology) is a key driver of digital innovation and a crucial factor in

We are pleased to announce that after the successful completion of the initial coordination activities related to project management and

The gender gap in the ICT sector remains a pressing issue across Europe, limiting opportunities for women and hindering the
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