The digital gender gap is influenced by societal norms that see women as less fit for tech. Education, media representation, workplace culture, and economic factors contribute to women's underrepresentation in STEM. Addressing this requires promoting gender-neutral STEM education, fostering inclusive workplaces, advocating for diverse media portrayal, and creating supportive networks for women. Additionally, legislation, gender-sensitive tech design, and addressing online harassment are key to closing the gap.
How Do Societal Perceptions Contribute to the Digital Gender Gap, and What Can We Do?
The digital gender gap is influenced by societal norms that see women as less fit for tech. Education, media representation, workplace culture, and economic factors contribute to women's underrepresentation in STEM. Addressing this requires promoting gender-neutral STEM education, fostering inclusive workplaces, advocating for diverse media portrayal, and creating supportive networks for women. Additionally, legislation, gender-sensitive tech design, and addressing online harassment are key to closing the gap.
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