WomenTech Blog

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But Tavonia Evans wants cryptocurrency to work for everyone, and she believes it can be a powerful mechanism for growing the Black economy. So she started GUAP Coin to help increase financial freedom in the Black community with a cryptocurrency focused on their success.

It would be an understatement to say that these past few weeks have not been easy, and staying motivated seems to be a continuous challenge for all of us. We are all facing challenges in one capacity or another, be it from worrying about our health, getting groceries, and essential supplies (not to mention the scarce resource TP), to worrying about our loved ones and their well-being.

Despite concerted efforts, the gender gap in the tech industry is still pretty huge-- which is why we do what we do! WomenTech Network exists to help close this gap and overcome inequalities in the tech workplace.
 
While there are many possible reasons for fewer female techs, a recent study conducted by Kieran Snyder has suggested that gender differences in how a resume is written and presented could be a contributing factor.
 

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As COVID-19 pandemic has forced many of us inside, we’ve compiled a list of the top 5 podcasts to avoid cabin fever setting in. Podcasts are a perfect way to learn more about the industry that you are part of and are especially useful to stay up to speed in the fast-evolving tech world. Additionally, being a woman in tech comes with its own unique challenges so listening to inspirational women and their experiences in the industry can be very valuable to your own journey in the tech world. 

Over the years we have seen many incredible women take the tech industry by storm, despite the challenges and inequality they have faced along the way. We wanted to take a moment to celebrate some of the many wonderful female entrepreneurs who are inspiring women the world over to get involved in the tech industry. Here are our top 10 favourite TED Talks from women in tech to get you fired up!

It’s no secret that women are underrepresented in the STEM industries with only 20% of tech jobs held by women. This presents a huge gender gap in the science and technology fields and it’s not only doing a disservice to women, but to the industry and humanity as a whole.

Here’s why.

WomenTech Network launched on 4th February its first event in Berlin - at SumUp’s established office, on Grunerstraße 13.

“We are thrilled to expand our global network with a brand new chapter in Berlin, as one of Europe’s most dynamic tech hubs,” said Anna Radulovski, WomenTech’s CEO & Founder. “Our amazing team was happy to welcome everyone to WomenTech Berlin 2020” 

Women Tech Berlin events connect companies that put diversity at the top of their agendas with female engineers, data scientists, UX designers, product managers and other tech talents. 

With 2020 well underway, it’s time to start thinking about how to make it YOUR year. One great way to give your tech career a boost is to get out there and attend some of the women in tech events. Not only are they a perfect opportunity to network with other great minds and talent in the industry, but they are also a great way to find out about new opportunities and grow your tribe! 

Check out our list of the top 10 women in technology events for the year ahead. Don’t forget to update your calendar and reminders as you go through!

Apply here: https://fi.co/join/womentech

The Founder Institute's mission is to empower talented and motivated people to build impactful companies that create one million jobs. This includes talented and motivated people of all backgrounds, and as such, we are committed to empowering women to build great technology companies.