Against the Odds: Four Women Share How They Forged Careers in Science

Initiative in the Fifth Region seeks to encourage the arrival of careers related to science and technology, which, culturally, are thought to be niches for men.

Against the Odds: Four Women Share How They Forged Careers in Science

Less than 30% of researchers worldwide are women and UNESCO data shows that only about 30% of all female students choose science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields at a tertiary level. Four African women scientists share their experiences in forging STEM careers. Dr Dayo Akande, Nigeria I can’t forget my experience as a secondary school student: after qualifying for a science competition at state level in 1989, I was asked t…

International Women’s Day: Women in technology at Redgate

To celebrate International Women’s Day 2025, we asked women in Redgate’s Technology function about their careers, how they got into tech in the first place, and the advice they’d give to others starting out in the field. Here’s what they said… Fiona Gazeley – Tech Lead How did you get into tech? What sparked your interest in this field?  Growing up in the 70s and 80s, I saw the birth of home computing, but beyond playing Jet Set Willy I wasn’t v…

Daydreaming is a fuel for moving life. In order to show the way in which different generations cultivate their desires, the Think Olga Institute, an organization that proposes solutions to gender inequalities, conducted research on the main dreams of Brazilian women in partnership with the project “Dream like a girl”. Read more (03/07/2025)

CSR Project launched on International Women’s Day to Empower Young Women in STEM

New Delhi, India: As technology advances at an unprecedented pace, the demand for skilled professionals in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) is greater than ever. However, the gender gap in STEM fields remains a pressing challenge, especially for young women from underserved communities in India who lack access to opportunities and support. Recognizing this urgent need, vivo India proudly launches Project ‘vivo KanyaGyaan’…

For women in tech, gender parity barriers remain

At the current rate of progress, it will take until 2158 – or roughly five generations from now – to reach full gender parity, according to data from the World Economic Forum. Significant barriers to gender equality remain, yet with the right action and support, positive progress can be made for women everywhere. International Women’s Day (IWD) 2025 takes place on 8 March, with this year’s theme is focused on the hashtag #AccelerateAction. To su…