Technology is disrupting the world as we know it and scientific breakthroughs are transforming the way we work. Despite decades of progress, women are still underrepresented in the technology field. In PwC’s 24th Annual Global CEO survey, 70% of Middle East CEOs said a skilled, educated and adaptable workforce is a top business priority and 39% consider lack of skills a major threat for their organization. Women around the world need to be equipped with the tools and skills to advance in a world that is undergoing rapid digital transformation. Qatar has recognized this, and as part of Qatar’s National Vision 2030, seeks to achieve “increased opportunities and vocational support for Qatari women”.
Barriers to females excelling in technology are deeply entrenched in our society - from the stereotypes that we reinforce, behaviors we encourage all the way to our everyday language. In our view, interventions must be made on the societal and organizational levels in order to enact real change and empower women in technology.
An early adoption approach
From a young age, females are exposed to the stereotype that technology is male dominated. Whether it is a gaming industry that is predominantly targeted at males or technology toys branded to appeal to males, young females encounter biases from their developing years onwards. In order to counter these, our view is to use an early adoption approach and encourage young females to engage with technology through education and play.
Continue reading: https://thepeninsulaqatar.com/article/21/11/2021/five-ways-to-empower-women-in-qatar-to-excel-in-technology
Barriers to females excelling in technology are deeply entrenched in our society - from the stereotypes that we reinforce, behaviors we encourage all the way to our everyday language. In our view, interventions must be made on the societal and organizational levels in order to enact real change and empower women in technology.
An early adoption approach
From a young age, females are exposed to the stereotype that technology is male dominated. Whether it is a gaming industry that is predominantly targeted at males or technology toys branded to appeal to males, young females encounter biases from their developing years onwards. In order to counter these, our view is to use an early adoption approach and encourage young females to engage with technology through education and play.
Continue reading: https://thepeninsulaqatar.com/article/21/11/2021/five-ways-to-empower-women-in-qatar-to-excel-in-technology
