Women In Technology - Friday Links - 14/10/2022
Hello everyone,
This week we had the Ada Lovelace Day. She is widely known as the first person to recognize the potential of early computers and published what is known as an algorithm.
Before most others, Lovelace recognized that computers could do more than simple number-crunching, opening the door to complex functions and ushering in the modern era of computing.
https://www.facebook.com/AdaLovelaceDay/
Ada Lovelace Day aims to promote STEM education and honour the teachers, researchers, technicians, advocates, and others who champion the importance of science and math.
https://findingada.com/?fbclid=IwAR3JXz5s4JbTTU9G-ookX_FFf77SZn3Y30E1sM7W0iXV923bdwKIUE_4UbI
No good excuse
Tim Cook: 'No good excuse' for lack of women in tech
https://www.bbc.com/news/technology-63033078
Deloitte Global estimate large global technology firms will reach nearly 33% overall female representation in their workforces in 2022 on average - with 25% occupying technical roles.
Note that at CERN today we have ˜21% female representation with ˜10% occupying STEM roles.
The 25by25 program aims at boosting these numbers -in particular in STEM roles that represent CERN's core-, which requires commitment at all levels.
https://cds.cern.ch/record/2809746/files/CERN-HR-STAFF-STAT-2021-RESTR.pdf/#page=12
Quantum Computing
CERN Quantum Technology Initiative unveils strategic roadmap shaping CERN’s role in next quantum revolution.
Online introductory lectures on quantum computing from 6 November
Wanted: More Women in Quantum Technologies
https://www.eetimes.eu/wanted-more-women-in-quantum-technologies/
Fifty ways to fight Bias
A free digital program to empower all employees to identify and challenge bias head on.
https://leanin.org/50-ways-to-fight-gender-bias
An alternative to Silicon Valley
Billionaire Melinda French Gates aims to reform the way women in tech climb career ladders, improving their access to opportunities and decision-making influence.
https://www.cnbc.com/2022/10/05/melinda-french-gates-wants-silicon-valley-alternative-for-women.html
LHC Career Networking Event 2022
21 November 2022: An insight into career opportunities outside of academia.
https://indico.cern.ch/event/1203356/
Podcast time
Computer Weekly Downtime Upload podcast: In this episode the Most Influential Women in UK Technology 2022 list is discussed.
The datacentre market and energy crisis is also tackled.
Kind regards,
Eva on behalf of WIT steering committee.
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About the Women in Technology (WIT) Community: The aim of this community is to provide an environment in which women are not in the minority when interacting with technology. Our objectives are: to encourage women to play the role of expert; to provide a supportive learning environment; and to build a network between the Women in Technology here at CERN. WIT welcomes members from all genders and all technical fields. Visit cern.ch/wit