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Here are 25 great organizations for Women in the technology sector. I belong to a few and have found them each impactful. Check them out and join a few!

A lot of people talk about making an impact —but not many are truly walking the walk. Here are 20 LinkedIn communities, NGOs, and leaders who are real change-makers in tech, with a focus on women, as we are underrepresented in the tech industry. A massive shoutout to those cultivating these spaces and driving impact. Tagging you all! 👇 1. Women in SaaS 2. Women in Sales 3. Lazy programmer 4. The Female Quotient 5. Women in AI 6. Women And AI 7. Million Women Mentors 8. Techstars 9. AIESEC 10. WOMEN IN TECH ® Global 11. Women of the Future 12. Startup Weekend Women in Tech 13. Women In Data™️ 14. Startup Weekend Women in Tech 15. Women in Tech & Entrepreneurship 16. WomenTech Network 17. SistersLab - Association for Women in Science and Technology 18. Women Leaders In Data & AI (WLDA) 19. WoMakersCode 20 Women Techmakers Arturas Jurgelevicius Alexine Mudawar Christina Brady Shelley Zalis Jenny Kay Pollock Lana A. Dubinskiy Kim Chandler McDonald Jana Wilhelmus Nicole Robinson Raechel Canipe Sinead Norenius-Raniere Jennifer Deuterman Sadie St. Lawrence Dr Sarah Talib Nihal Güngör Cynthia Zanoni Asha Saxena

The adage “You can’t be what you can’t see” means we need more women leading at the highest levels, and more technical women in the spotlight, gracing magazine covers, giving talks and interviews. We need to invest in their startups, buy from women-led businesses, and hire and retain more women in male-dominated industries. https://lnkd.in/gGyBXgy

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Why We Need More Women in Tech!!!!!!!! The tech industry is one of the fastest-growing sectors globally, shaping how we live, work, and connect. Let us all work on introducing young girls to the world of technology, showing them that the opportunities are endless and that they belong in this space. By nurturing curiosity, providing mentorship, and sharing inspiring stories of women thriving in tech, we can help them envision themselves as innovators, leaders, and problem-solvers. Together, we can break stereotypes and create a future where their contributions drive progress and innovation. Here’s why more women need to step into the tech space: - Innovation Needs Diversity: Research shows that diverse teams perform better, fostering creativity and innovative problem-solving. Women bring unique perspectives that can lead to groundbreaking solutions. - High Impact Careers: Tech offers opportunities to work on projects that genuinely change the world, from building sustainable systems to advancing AI for healthcare. - Economic Empowerment: With high-demand roles like data scientists, cloud architects, and cybersecurity specialists, tech offers lucrative and rewarding career paths. - Role Models Matter: Women in tech inspire the next generation. Seeing leaders and innovators like [insert examples if relevant] reminds us that no role or dream is out of reach. What’s stopping us? Barriers like lack of mentorship, stereotypes, or imposter syndrome. But the tide is turning: - Companies are creating inclusive hiring programs. - Organizations are supporting women with scholarships, mentorship, and networks like SheCodeAfrica Johannesburg, WeThinkCode, GirlCode Group, GirlCode and Women in Tech South Africa. If you know more organizations, NPO's and institutions that are helping women/girls break into Tech please share them in comment section. Tech isn’t just for coders. Whether you love solving problems, designing experiences, or strategizing for the future, there’s a place for you. - Let’s champion this change together. If you’re a woman looking to enter tech or someone who wants to support the cause, let’s connect and build opportunities. What’s your take on bringing more women into tech? Share your thoughts and tag someone who inspires you or who you would like to inspire. #Tech #WomeninTech #Coding #Inspire #Mentor #STEAM

Exciting news for our "Breaking the 20%” community! 🌟 We are thrilled to announce our partnership with the Future Start-Up Founders Programme, an empowering initiative organized by the CCS under the auspices of the Erasmus+ EU co-funded project, Femme Forward. The Future Start-Up Founders Programme is an innovative online school designed specifically for women who are eager to transform their tech start-up dreams into reality. This initiative aligns perfectly with our mission to highlight and support the incredible contributions of women in the tech industry, and we couldn't be more excited to be a part of it. 🚀 Programme Highlights: Duration: The programme kicks off on 3rd April 2024 and runs until early June 2024, featuring weekly sessions every Monday and Wednesday from 19:00 to 21:00, and Thursday from 18:00 to 21:00. Format: Delivered in English, the programme offers a total of 60 hours of online training through interactive presentations, AMA and Q&A sessions, practical exercises, mentoring, and networking events. Content: Participants will dive into a comprehensive curriculum covering Business and Tech Concepts, Soft Skills, and Empowerment, including business model canvas, lean startup, marketing, legal and funding, cloud services, MVP, AI, and even an intro to Python programming. 👩💻 Who Should Apply? This programme is tailor-made for women who are: -Keen to learn how to set up and scale their own businesses. -In possession of a start-up idea they wish to develop from concept to reality. Participation is completely free, making this an incredible opportunity to gain valuable skills, connect with like-minded individuals, and receive guidance from seasoned professionals. We believe that the Future Start-Up Founders Programme is a game-changer for aspiring women entrepreneurs in tech. By equipping participants with the necessary tools and knowledge, it promises to pave the way for a future where women are not just participants but leaders in the tech ecosystem. Let's empower and inspire one another to break barriers and build the future we want to see! 🌈💪 Please visit https://lnkd.in/eXjg8wHt to register.

👇🏼 Women in Tech 👇🏼 Women Founders in Tech Pitch Competition. Innovate Calgary has partnered with Prairies Economic Development Canada I Développement économique Canada pour les Prairies, Calgary Innovation Coalition, Futurpreneur, Calgary Catholic Immigration Society, the University of Calgary Alumni, and Shory Law LLP for the Women Founders in Tech Pitch Competition. For founders: The deadline to apply for for the startup pitch is April 15. The event is scheduled for April 30th, 2024, in celebration of International Women’s Day. Why It Matters? Your innovation deserves the spotlight. For Investors: Discover groundbreaking innovations. Invest in the future. Let’s do this! 💥 #WomenInTech #Startups #Innovation #FundingEquality

Why Tech Has a Big DE&I Issue? When 50% of women leave their tech jobs before age 35 (source:https://lnkd.in/gswkVJAD), a rate 45% higher than their male counterparts, citing wage gaps, professional stagnation, and a lack of work-life balance as common reasons, we do understand that there is an issue. Katrina Walker, CEO and Founder of CodeOp, a venture-backed ed-tech company on a mission to diversify tech, did leave her tech job but started something else to make a difference. Katrina is among the 10% who transitioned from tech to entrepreneurship. She shares her journey from the 15% of women in data science to the 2% with venture capital access. But forget about tech—more importantly, what are all these smart-ass women doing with their careers after they quit? Her latest talk from our previous virtual conference is about just that. Challenging the conventional call for more women in tech, Katrina advocates for more women in entrepreneurship, underscoring their invaluable skills within the startup community. Check out Katrina's talk on navigating post-tech careers and women's unique contributions to startup endeavors: https://lnkd.in/g5S79s7H

Navigating the unpredictable waves of the 2020 pandemic, Ally Watson, OAM, CEO and Founder of Code Like a Girl, led her organisation through a transformative journey. We had a chance to have a digital chat with Ally, Pause Awards alumna, who reflected on the change her business has taken since they started. “We saw a unique opportunity to address systemic barriers in traditional education that made tech careers inaccessible for many women,” Watson explains. With a strategic pivot, Code Like a Girl has not only reshaped its focus but also redefined how women connect with and thrive in the tech industry. Read more from the article below.