Gender inequality: a structural problem with high costs
The debate on gender inequality often focuses on obvious issues such as the pay gap, career opportunities or the low
The debate on gender inequality often focuses on obvious issues such as the pay gap, career opportunities or the low
Ireland has seen a strong wave of initiatives in early 2026 aimed at encouraging girls and young women to explore
Continuing the discussion about Italian measures for genre equality, an interesting trend can be observed: while measures are being taken
Across Europe, the underrepresentation of girls in ICT and STEM fields remains a structural challenge. As part of the HER
Why do some initiatives successfully encourage girls to pursue technology, while others struggle to make a lasting impact? The newly
HER TECH mission is clear: to develop evidence-based strategies that create a gender-sensitive educational environment, encouraging girls to pursue ICT
The aim of The Finnish model is to ensure that every child and young person has access to a meaningful
Within the HER TECH project, we often focus on research, international collaboration and policy discussions. But just as important are
The “Jugend forscht” competition is regarded as the best-known competition for young talent in science and technology in Germany. It
The second day of the HER TECH project meeting brought partners together in the heart of Helsinki for discussions focused
Partners of the HER TECH project met in Kouvola, Finland, for a day dedicated to collaboration, knowledge exchange, and exploring
In one of our recent articles, we talked about the problems with mentoring as a lone practice. Today, we want
Across Europe, girls remain underrepresented in computing and ICT studies and careers. The HER TECH project (“Her Tech, Her Terms.
Across Europe, the movement to empower women and girls in digital and technology continues to grow. From awareness campaigns to
At Xamk’s Creative Industries Research Unit, a partner in the HER TECH project, we often work at the intersection of
11 February marks the International Day of Women and Girls in Science. It is a good moment to pause and
Since its establishment in 2006, the Children Research Foundation has been one of Germany’s most important initiatives for early childhood
Across Europe, increasing girls’ participation in information and communication technology (ICT) is a strategic priority. The European Commission has repeatedly
Role models are necessary, but they are not enough. For years, the mantra “if she can see it, she can
As the research progresses, all data collected during the first phase are now being processed by the South-Eastern Finland University
Game industry is unique in how it combines creativity and technology: It merges creative storytelling with technical solutions, involving diverse
When it comes to getting more girls interested in technology and computer science, we often hear about “the pipeline problem”
Project-based learning, hands-on technology, and creative experimentation are often seen as key to attracting more young people to ICT. However,
Experts agree that basic digital and computational competencies are no longer “nice to have” — they are essential for future
Ireland has made significant progress in promoting digital skills and technology education, yet girls’ engagement with information technology (IT) in
In an interview published on Mangrovia, artist and researcher Addie Wagenknecht offers a compelling perspective on how feminist practices and
A first snapshot from an ongoing literature review in Sweden, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Belgium, Italy and Croatia points to a
Roughly half of all consumers are women, a statistic that holds true even within the digital services sector. For instance,
As part of HER TECH’s comparative research across ten European countries, the Croatian analysis provides a detailed examination of how
As part of the second work package of the HER Tech – Her Terms project, the Technical University, as the
Ireland’s work on improving gender balance in ICT is gaining international attention as new findings from the HER TECH study
As a partner in the HER TECH project, Sineglossa, an Italian association, is conducting research to analyze what cultural stereotypes
Belgium’s tech landscape is home to a diverse network of women who are actively working to close the gender gap
In an era where digital transformation is opening up new career pathways and shaping our societies, it is vital to
The gender-equality paradox, widely discussed in the research literature and media in recent years, claims that differences between women and
A new academic study, Women in the ICT Sector in European Union States: Facing Gender Inequalities (Gaweł & Kapsdorferová, 2024),
All children are curious and enthusiastic. Trying things out, discovering and learning through play are important building blocks for the
Ireland’s tech sector is thriving, but beneath the surface of this digital boom lies a leadership gap that’s harder to
In one of our previous articles, we suggested some books to raise awareness on the issue of gender discrimination in
At HER TECH, we believe that change starts with stories — stories of people and organisations transforming inclusion into action.
In 2024, the Swedish government launched a new national strategy for STEM education and skills — aiming to strengthen the
As Her Tech has several research phases, one of our investigation lines focuses on identifying key factors and actors that
When discussing the future of Europe’s digital economy, we often think of artificial intelligence, blockchain, or quantum computing. However, the
As part of the HER Tech project, in which Rosenheim Technical University represents Germany, numerous interviews were conducted with stakeholders
Across Europe, women and girls remain underrepresented in ICT, with fewer than 20% of ICT specialists in the EU identifying
Despite progress in gender equity, women remain underrepresented in STEM fields, facing cultural, symbolic, and institutional barriers long before entering
As our research activities move forward, one element is becoming increasingly clear: the importance of role models and systemic initiatives is
Sweden’s tech sector is seeing strong passion from women: according to The State of Women in Tech 2025 by Women
Promoting a more gender balanced tech industry is not only important for women working on the field, but also crucial
To date, women are still significantly underrepresented in ICT professions in Germany. There are many reasons for this, which are
Europe’s digital transformation is accelerating. The EU’s Digital Decade strategy aims to double the number of ICT specialists to 20
As part of its research activities, HER TECH investigates the structural and social factors that impact girls’ and women’s participation
We invite you to take part in a 4–5 minute survey as part of the HER TECH project. This research
Insufficient awareness of gender discrimination in STEM continues to hinder women’s full involvement in Information and Communication Technology (ICT). Many
The underrepresentation of women in ICT is not only a social equity concern, but a structural barrier to achieving Europe’s
In an era where digital technology shapes every facet of our lives, the underrepresentation of women in Information and Communication
Human capital in ICT (Information and Communication Technology) is a key driver of digital innovation and a crucial factor in
We are pleased to announce that after the successful completion of the initial coordination activities related to project management and
The gender gap in the ICT sector remains a pressing issue across Europe, limiting opportunities for women and hindering the