Girls in Technology (CET) completed its first Leadership Program, in which more than 60 young people from the CET Community completed their training and are now distinguished as CET Ambassadors, assuming a key role within our community.
This program, which is part of the CET route in the Future Development stage, aimed at providing fundamental tools for their professional and personal growth, such as project leadership, effective communication, development of interpersonal relationships and analytical skills.
Through CET initiatives, many adolescent girls take their first steps in the world of technology. When trying to further their education or access a job position, most of them face barriers linked to gender stereotypes, which in many cases end up keeping them away from these spaces.
Having women leaders in technology is key to changing perceptions and motivating more girls and young women to pursue careers in STEM. A Girls in Tech and JPMorgan study revealed that 43% of adolescent girls under 17 do not know women close to them who work in technology.
Therefore, the Leadership Program not only fostered their leadership and inclusion in the technological field, but also linked them to a network of women leaders who inspire and empower new generations.
This training represents an important step towards building a more equitable future, where young women can see themselves as protagonists and reach their potential in the world of technology.
“The greatest value the program offers the young women is self-confidence. In addition, it allows them to be part of a network of support and collaboration that transcends the program, connecting them with other young and adult women in the technological field. It is a space where they empower their profiles to lead, innovate and be authentic on the road to their goals.“said Marina Sisca, Development and Community Referent.
This edition had in its various classes and meetings with great professionals who joined to share their experience and knowledge with the participants: Miriam Frias, Candela Kartun, Meli Rochi, Daiana Tarica, Lara Purita, Ana Paula Valacco, Mariana Carbajal, Mariana Szewach, Abril Garcia, Candela Macchi, Evangelina Martinez, Milagros Gimenez, Juli Begue and Paula Coto.
