EDITOR ’ S QUESTION
Training , resources and funding are essential for the inclusion of women in technology , and when combined , we empower women throughout the industry .
More broadly , training helps women attain core skills or extend their knowledge and experience to advance their careers by grasping more technical or business understanding .
This extends to educating organisations on what women and diverse teams bring to the table when it comes to innovation and strategy .
We need to create that change in the industry for women to be aware and confident that they can add value and drive results towards a better outcome .
On a policy focus , it ’ s all about supporting women through different stages of their careers and their personal lives .
Whether it ’ s support during motherhood with truly flexible hours and inclusive workplaces or celebrating female leaders by encouraging them to own their influence through industry platforms like events , blogs and media engagements .
A systemic change could not only attract younger generations to explore roles in technology but allow them to learn from an early age to engage in situations and conversations where they otherwise might feel like they don ’ t have a voice amongst the men in the room .
Equal pay should be a given . p
CLAIRE DAWSON – HEAD OF APAC SALES , ENDAVA AND CHIEF COMMERCIAL
OFFICER AT MUDBATH , AN ENDAVA COMPANY
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