Women in technology: opportunities are missing, talents are lost!

Women in technology: opportunities are missing, talents are lost!

Every year there is a massive change in the technology industry, especially among women. The Lovelace report impressively shows what happens behind the scenes. According to the analysis of Computer Weekly leave the digital sector every year. The reasons are complex and complex.

A central result of the studies is the lack of advanced opportunities, which causes 25% of women to change their job. Deborah O’Neill by Oliver Wyman makes it clear that many resignations are incorrectly attributed to difficulties in childcare. In reality, unequal access to career opportunities is the essential factor. The proportion of women in the technology sector is around 20%, and this drops drastically in higher positions.

growth and step back

Despite an increase in men by 11.5% in information and communication professions in the past five years, women have had a decline of 7%. 55% of women in the Lovelace report have no children or relatives, which shows that family obligations are not the main reason for their emigration. Instead, there is a lack of recognition, fair salaries and a supportive corporate culture.

Another worrying element is the long -lasting waiting time for promotions. Women report that on average they are waiting for a career step for three to four years, while the industry average is only two years. With over 60% of experienced women who are below their level of earnings, and almost 80% that think about changing their role is high.

The support of the next generation

But there are also positive developments. The importance of MINT has increased in recent years and in 2022 the proportion of new students in MINT subjects rose to 31%. ejw Exbi emphasizes that initiatives such as mentoring programs and special scholarships can help reduce barriers. Flexible working models also appear as solution -oriented approaches to better reconcile family and work.

The legacy of pioneers like Ada Lovelace is more relevant than ever. Lovelace, which is the first programmer in history, revolutionized computers and programming. Your contribution to computer science is not only significant, but also reminded us that the path for women in technology was not always straight. On Ada Lovelace Day In October not only yours is thought; It is an occasion to honor women in science and technology.