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Girls in Tech: How to Close the Gender Gap
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44 minutes
Released:
Dec 18, 2021
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Podcast episode
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#WomenInTech #GirlsInTech #GirlsWhoCodeThe gender gap in the tech industry is well documented. But why exactly are there so few women in technology? And how can we encourage more girls and women to become involved with technology and STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math)? Importantly, what can companies do to encourage the success of women in their organizations?The CEO of Girls Who Code, Dr. Tarika Barrett, shares advice for organizations to close the gender gap in technology.The conversation includes these topics:-- About Girls Who Code and Dr. Tarika Barrett-- Challenges facing women in technology-- Importance of diversity in business-- The female talent pipeline in STEM fields and technology-- Challenges facing adult women in tech-- Mentorship and role models for girls in tech-- How to solve the challenges facing women and girls in technology?Subscribe to our newsletter: https://www.cxotalk.com/subscribeRead the complete transcript: https://www.cxotalk.com/episode/girls-tech-how-close-gender-gapDr. Tarika Barrett is the CEO of Girls Who Code, an international non-profit organization working to close the gender gap in technology by inspiring, educating, and equipping young women with the computing skills to pursue 21st-century opportunities. Tarika has served on the boards of CSforALL, Eskolta, and McGraw Hill, a leading learning science company creating world-class educational content and providing best-in-class digital platforms for learners and educators. She also sits on AT&T's Accelerator Advisory Board and received the New York University's Steinhardt School Dorothy Height Distinguished Alumni Achievement Award.
Released:
Dec 18, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode
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