The Gender Gap in Tech: A Stark Reality 

Did you know that women hold only 25% of tech jobs in the US, despite making up 47% of the workforce? 

Reshma Saujani is not just aware of these challenges—she’s actively dismantling them. As the founder of Girls Who Code, she has made it her mission to empower young girls to pursue careers in technology, reaching over 500,000 students globally.

Saujani’s Journey in Tech and Politics

Saujani’s journey is a testament to resilience and innovation. 

From her groundbreaking run for U.S. Congress as the first Indian American woman to her relentless advocacy for gender equality in tech, she exemplifies what it means to challenge the status quo. 

Why Girls Shy Away from STEM

So what is it that discourages young women from entering STEM? 

1. Research shows that girls are often conditioned to prioritise perfection over risk-taking, which can hinder their confidence in pursuing technical skills. 
2. A Hewlett Packard workplace study found that men will apply for a job if they meet only 60% of the qualifications, while women typically apply only if they meet 100% of the criteria. 
3. By age 6, girls are already less likely than boys to believe their gender is "really, really smart" (NSF). 

In my decades of working with remarkable women, I’ve sadly seen this play out time and time again. Saujani’s initiatives aim to flip this narrative, fostering a generation of fearless female coders. 

Envisioning a Future of Tech Equality

Imagine a world where every girl has equal access to increasingly vital coding education, where diverse voices drive innovation, and where gender equality is not just an aspiration but a reality. 

This is the world Saujani is fighting for—and it’s the world we at WCorp are committed to creating.

But change doesn’t happen in isolation. It requires bold action and a collective effort to challenge entrenched systems that have long favoured men in tech. Saujani's work with Girls Who Code is just one crucial step toward this transformation.

WCorp’s Commitment to Women in Tech

At WCorp, we draw inspiration from trailblazers like Saujani. We are dedicated to dismantling barriers that prevent women from thriving in business, tech, and beyond. 

Because when we empower women, we don’t just change individual lives—we transform entire industries and reshape the future of work.

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