Debugging gender bias – Neuralab Woobinar w. Profil Klett
As part of the Girls in Digital Week initiative, we recently collaborated with Profil Klett to host an inspiring Woobinar featuring our talented female colleagues. This special episode brought together BD Lana, designer Martina, and programmer Patricija, along with Monika from Profil Klett Hrvatska, to discuss the realities of being women in the tech industry.
EU Code Week encourages organizations, institutions, and schools to contribute to digital education through various activities that are recorded on the official Code Week page. Accordingly, Girls in Digital encourages the participation of girls in these activities to develop their interest in technology and STEM and to reduce the gender gap in these areas. As a member of the international consortium that brings together 45 European countries, Profil Klett is responsible for coordinating and implementing activities within these initiatives, so they reached out to us for a pottential collaboration. A couple of weeks later the second episode of Woobinar hit the screens!
Our Neuralab (girl)powerhouse trio shared their personal experiences and offered valuable advice for women navigating the tech landscape. Here are some of the topics they covered:
Here are some of the topics they covered:
Breaking into tech without a formal IT degree
Lana, Martina and Patricija discussed with Monika alternative pathways into the tech industry, emphasizing that a formal IT education isn’t always necessary to succeed in this field.
The currency of digital skills
They highlighted the importance of continuously developing digital skills to stay competitive in today’s rapidly evolving job market.
AI and automation in the workplace
Of course, the discussion touched on how artificial intelligence and automation are shaping the future of work, particularly for women in tech.
Overcoming imposter syndrome
The girls shared strategies for building confidence and dealing with imposter syndrome, a common challenge in the competitive tech industry.
The future of women in STEM
Our colleagues offered their perspectives on the road ahead for women in STEM careers and how to increase diversity in the field.
We’re proud to support initiatives like Girls in Digital Week and to have team members who are passionate about sharing their experiences to help shape the future of women in technology. So check out the full Woobinar on our YouTube channel. Whether you’re just starting your career, considering a pivot into tech, or simply interested in promoting diversity in the industry, this conversation offers valuable insights and inspiration.
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