The gender gap in tech is closing, with the latest figures showing that around 26% of tech professionals in the UK are women. However, there is still some way to go to reach gender balance in the IT sector. More companies are actively working on narrowing their gender gaps and many have dedicated teams looking […]
What is pregnancy loss? Pregnancy loss can come in many forms, with each having the potential to be equally as upsetting. Some of these are embryonic pregnancy, miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy, molar pregnancy, and stillbirth. Most of the time these losses could not have been prevented, yet they can still leave behind feelings of guilt and […]
We often write about the ways in which women can help support each other and champion a gender diverse tech industry, but the reality is that gender diversity and inclusion in tech should be everybody’s issue, not just women. Men have a huge part to play in the journey to gender equality as being allies […]
Not only is the tech industry one of the fastest growing sectors in the UK, it’s also ever-changing, with new development and technological advances being made every year. 2022 has seen a turbulent year in the job market, with giants such as Meta and Amazon making job cuts to save costs. Despite this, the demand […]
Since it launched in 2005, YouTube has seen some phenomenal growth with around 2bn logged in users each month. YouTube is accessible in over 80 languages and in over 91 countries, and according to recent statistics this means around 95% of the population have access to YouTube without language being a barrier. That same research has also revealed a glimpse into the future of viewing habits, with 6 out of 10 people preferring online video platforms to traditional TV[…]
In 2022, women currently hold approximately 27% of tech-related jobs. Whilst we cannot ignore the fact that this is progress from the 21% in 2018 and although every little helps, this is still far less than we know should be in these roles. In addition, the longer it takes to increase this number, the longer […]
It’s no secret that women are underrepresented in tech. Although numbers are slowly creeping up we still only comprise 26% of the industry. The reasons why are myriad, ranging from a lack of visible role models, to fewer women choosing STEM subjects at degree level, to gender bias in recruitment. Are we missing out? Without […]
Apple is one of the world’s largest tech companies, employing over 150,000 people globally. They have also been praised for their representation of women in tech, with their latest gender diversity data showing that women represent 34.8% of their workforce. Now, Apple’s CEO Tim Cook has announced the launch of a brand new development programme […]
Networking is the process of meeting new people with a connection to your professional life. They could be in the same field as you, someone who has the same interests as you or simply someone who could help you progress. Focussing on idea sharing, professional networking allows you to expand your knowledge and gain new […]
Are you wanting to get into the tech industry, but you don’t know how to without a degree? Whether you have some experience in this field, or it is completely new to you, there are many ways to get your foot in the door. With so much information and so many resources at our fingertips, […]