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Connecting women+ in tech with recruiters! 🔄💼 Last Tuesday, the Canòdrom - Ateneu d'Innovació Digital i Democràtica was the setting for an exciting speed-dating event, offering participants the chance to pitch themselves in short interviews to recruiters from 6 top tech companies in Barcelona! We had an amazing turn-out, with 48 participants, 10 recruiters and 96 interviews in total! Each participant had 2 interviews, each lasting 9 minutes, and they got the chance to present their CVs, highlight their talents, and explore potential career paths in the tech industry. 💻✨ Events like these help us reach our goal of bridging the gender gap in tech together, so thank you to everyone who participated and made it possible! A heartfelt thank you to our amazing partners, AllWomen and Fundación Esplai - ICT Many thanks also go to the 6 companies who made this event successful: Dynatrace Kenos Technology, Oxigent Technologies Ómada Interactiva, Icalia Solutions and Capgemini and their recruiters among which: Laia López Mérida , Maite Andreu Miralles , Oliwia Radłowska . Looking forward to future events like these: let’s keep this momentum going!

📖 Our latest find: The In/visility of Women of Colour in STEMM. This summary of an academic article by Nash, Meredith, and Robyn Moore delves into the critical issue of ‘in/visibility’ for women of colour in Australian STEMM disciplines. Despite their contributions, women of colour often face systemic barriers that limit their recognition and growth in #STEMM. The research highlights key obstacles such as bias, exclusion, and #underrepresentation, offering recommendations for creating more equitable environments. This article is an essential read for anyone committed to fostering diverse and supportive workspaces, particularly in fields where #women+ are under-represented. 🤝 Discover the full summary➡️ https://lnkd.in/dyDxnf3a

Did you know that only 1 out of 3 women report having a mentor in their careers? 🤨 Despite its proven impact on career #growth, women still struggle to find a mentor who can support them throughout their #career. At our “Making Mentorship Work For You” workshop led by the inspiring Vanessa Yuen, participants explored the critical role #mentorship plays in their careers. The session offered important insights into mentorship strategies, including how to identify the right mentors for their goals and build a strong personal #supportnetwork. The evening was filled with practical tips and inspiring discussions 💫 A heartfelt thank you to Vanessa Yuen for an impactful workshop on mentorship, and to Colt Technology Services for hosting us 🙏 We can’t wait to see participants grow their careers and networks! 🚀

JavaScript, Python, and great energy at Adaptive! 🚀 We kicked off the evening with a brief introduction, followed by engaging coding challenges in #JavaScript and #Python. Participants worked through the #challenges collaboratively, with invaluable support from Adaptive’s skilled coaches ( Francelice Sarda, Audrey Fouquier, Alexia Salavrakos) and our dedicated CodeWomen+ mentors, who guided everyone step by step. The event wrapped up with snacks, drinks, and plenty of lively #networking conversations—a perfect way to celebrate learning and connection. A huge thank you to Adaptive for hosting this incredible session and to everyone who joined us! Looking forward to seeing you at the next one! ✨

🙏 A sincere thank you to the fantastic Colt volunteers for their time and dedication at our recent Employability+ Mock Interview Session at the Colt Technology Services offices in Barcelona! We were excited to have 18 dedicated volunteers from Colt’s HR team in Europe working closely with 19 talented students from our MigraCode Barcelona and CodeWomen+ tech education programs, who are actively looking to enhance their job-seeking skills. Representing 10 different countries, the group included 13 women+ and 6 men, bringing diverse perspectives and backgrounds to the session, which created a rich learning environment. This hands-on workshop provided them with invaluable opportunities to practice real-world interview scenarios and refine their approach to mastering interviews. 🤲 🏅 A special thanks to Laura Balaguer and Dóra Kántor for leading such an insightful workshop on interview techniques, cover letter and CV creation from a recruiter’s perspective. Their expertise and guidance shed light on the nuances of presenting oneself effectively, and they brilliantly highlighted key cultural differences students may encounter in the local job market. The workshop sparked great interest among the students, who engaged with numerous questions and meaningful discussions. This invaluable context has empowered participants to approach their job search with greater awareness and confidence. 🌏 We continued with two rounds of 1-on-1 mock interviews, allowing students to apply their new skills in a supportive environment. The activity was so engaging that even the coffee break flew by as everyone was fully immersed in learning! ☕ 💼 The session was wrapped up by John Ambrose, who not only emphasized the importance of body language in interviews but also left us with a powerful reminder: "You will never get the job you don’t apply for." 🙌 ✨ Then Aleksandra Mrozek added, “The interview is your chance to make your mark,” reminding everyone that nerves are natural—hiring managers often feel the same way, hoping for a successful interview. 👌 Finally, as one of the students noted, a key takeaway from the session was the importance of preparing relevant examples that highlight your skills and experiences during interviews. Being ready to showcase what you bring to the table is essential for success! 💪 🌟 Thank you again Anika Villalonga and Marta Trzaska for coordinating and making this amazing session possible, and thank you to the Colt volunteers for your incredible support and dedication to empowering these future professionals. Your expertise and commitment are making a real difference! #ThankYou #Colt #EmployabilityPlus #HRVolunteers #MockInterviews #MigraCode #CodeWomen #LanguageLab #CareerDevelopment #FutureReady #VolunteersMakeADifference #JobSearchSkills #CoverLetters #CVWriting #BodyLanguageInInterviews #YouMiss100OfTheShotsYouDontTake #KeyTakeaways #InterviewPrep

Mentorship, coaching, sponsorship—what’s the difference, and how can they boost your career? 🤔 Find out at Making Mentorship Work For You! Women often receive less actionable feedback throughout their careers, which can hinder their advancement. Led by the expert Vanessa Yuen, this event will teach you ow to find the right #mentors, create a career #supportnetwork, and foster meaningful #connections in tech. 🙏A huge thanks to Colt for hosting us! 🌟Don’t miss this chance to grow, sign up now: https://lnkd.in/djxNf92i ➡️When? November 20th, from 18:30 - 20:30 ➡️Where? Plaça de la Pau, S/N, Building 7, 08940 Cornellà de Llobregat, Barcelona 🚇Closest metro: L8 (Almeda) p.s. If you're unable to attend, please cancel your registration to free up a spot for someone else!

Mentorship, coaching, sponsorship—what’s the difference, and how can they boost your career? 🤔 Find out at Making Mentorship Work For You! Women often receive less actionable feedback throughout their careers, which can hinder their advancement. Led by the expert Vanessa Yuen, this event will teach you ow to find the right #mentors, create a career #supportnetwork, and foster meaningful #connections in tech. 🙏A huge thanks to Colt for hosting us! 🌟Don’t miss this chance to grow, sign up now: https://lnkd.in/djxNf92i ➡️When? November 20th, from 18:30 - 20:30 ➡️Where? Plaça de la Pau, S/N, Building 7, 08940 Cornellà de Llobregat, Barcelona 🚇Closest metro: L8 (Almeda) p.s. If you're unable to attend, please cancel your registration to free up a spot for someone else!

👩💻 Online #harassment and #cyberstalking shouldn’t be the norm. The global framework developed in the study ‘Conceptual Framework for Global Protection Against Technology-Enabled Violence Against Women and Girls’ seeks to change that by enhancing protections for #women through legal action, tech support, and social advocacy. ✨ Get the essentials of this new framework in our latest blog article. 🔗 Discover more in the full article on CodeWomen’s blog: https://lnkd.in/dr3R2_Ni

Want to level up in JavaScript and Python? Join us for a hands-on coding evening at Adaptive🌟 On November 13th, we’ll dive into #JavaScript and #Python, working together in small groups on different #coding challenges while being guided by our amazing volunteer coaches, among which Francelice Sarda, Audrey Fouquier and Alexia Salavrakos 🙌 ➡️When? November 13th, from 18:30 - 21:00 ➡️Where? Av. Diagonal, 200, 5o piso, Barcelona 🚇Closest metro: L1 (Glòries) p.s. Spots are limited! If you can’t make it, please cancel your registration so that others can join. Take this opportunity to build new connections and learn from other coders while tackling hands-on coding challenges! A big thank you to Adaptive for hosting us and to our dedicated volunteers for making this event possible 🤝 Get your spot now https://lnkd.in/dbCHkZWM ‼️Don’t forget to bring your laptop 💻

🌐 The tech-driven economy is booming, yet women+ remain underrepresented in critical fields like AI, Big Data, and Cloud infrastructures. Diverse teams fuel innovation, but women face unique #challenges, from biases in the workplace to fewer training opportunities, that limit their #growth in the tech sector. 📊 Read the latest article on our blog exploring the key findings from a recent study on how gender-inclusive practices and leadership #diversity can reshape the future of #tech for everyone. 🌍 Let’s build a tech industry where diversity drives success for everyone. ↪️Read it here: https://lnkd.in/d4FSdcsS