Save the date: 25 April 2024

In 2024, International Girls in ICT Day will be celebrated on 25 April. This year the main ITU celebration will be held in the Philippines and kindly hosted by the Department of Information and Communication Technology (DICT).

This year’s theme for the Girls in ICT day celebrations is “Leadership“, to underscore the critical need for strong female role models in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) careers.

Although women now fill 40% of high-skill occupations globally, their participation in ICT-related fields continues to be low.

Women are nearly absent from software development, engineering, technology research, academia as well as at the highest levels of policy making. They also tend to leave science and technology jobs at higher rates than men.

While there is a leadership gender gap in every industry, the largest gaps are found in the STEM fields. Women in ICT often find themselves in junior or support roles rather than in managerial roles, with little opportunity for advancement. They are also less likely to hold an executive position, become ICT entrepreneurs, or be represented among science and technology policymakers.

To thrive in STEM, girls and young women must be exposed to women in leadership positions, fostering inspiration and breaking down barriers that hinder their progress. The Girls in ICT Day 2024 theme aims to address these challenges, encouraging empowerment and leadership development for a more equitable future in STEM.

Check the new toolkit that provides specific guidelines and creative ways to organize your event for Girls in ICT in 2024.

Follow us on Facebook to learn more about upcoming Girls in ICT celebration events around the world!

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In 2024, International Girls in ICT Day will be celebrated on 25 April. This year the main ITU celebration will be held in the Philippines and kindly hosted by the Department of Information and Communication Technology (DICT).

This year’s theme for the Girls in ICT day celebrations is “Leadership“, to underscore the critical need for strong female role models in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) careers.

Although women now fill 40% of high-skill occupations globally, their participation in ICT-related fields continues to be low.

Women are nearly absent from software development, engineering, technology research, academia as well as at the highest levels of policy making. They also tend to leave science and technology jobs at higher rates than men.

While there is a leadership gender gap in every industry, the largest gaps are found in the STEM fields. Women in ICT often find themselves in junior or support roles rather than in managerial roles, with little opportunity for advancement. They are also less likely to hold an executive position, become ICT entrepreneurs, or be represented among science and technology policymakers.

To thrive in STEM, girls and young women must be exposed to women in leadership positions, fostering inspiration and breaking down barriers that hinder their progress. The Girls in ICT Day 2024 theme aims to address these challenges, encouraging empowerment and leadership development for a more equitable future in STEM.

Check the new toolkit that provides specific guidelines and creative ways to organize your event for Girls in ICT in 2024.

Follow us on Facebook to learn more about upcoming Girls in ICT celebration events around the world!

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Our Goals

Encourage girls and young women to pursue STEM education

Inspire girls and young women to work in STEM careers

Engage the community and promote collaboration through partnerships

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Girls in ICT 2023 Toolkit - Organising Girls in ICT events and year-long activities

Check the new toolkit that provides specific guidelines and creative ways to organize your event for Girls in ICT in 2023.

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Join the global Girls in ICT community

Be part of the worldwide Girls in ICT movement. Find the community by searching the hashtag #GirlsinICT on social media and post your own stories, photos and thoughts to inspire more girls to explore STEM careers.

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Role Models and Inspiration

We’re building a #GirlsinICT collection of encouraging and inspiring statements from role models in tech and STEM. So if you need a a little bit of encouragement to help you see your future potential, please check back regularly.

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