As technology continues to shape every aspect of our world, the demand for skilled professionals in the tech industry has never been higher. However, despite the immense opportunities, women remain underrepresented in tech careers. This is where the Female in Tech Expo 2024 steps in—a dedicated event aimed at inspiring and empowering young women to pursue exciting and rewarding paths in technology.
What is Female in Tech Expo 2024?
The Female in Tech Expo 2024, taking place on November 20th at the Green Isle Hotel in Dublin, is a unique event designed to showcase the vast opportunities available to women in technology. The expo brings together leading companies, industry experts, and inspiring female role models to engage directly with students, sharing insights into diverse career paths such as cybersecurity, cloud computing, AI, software development, and much more.
Why Should Students Attend?
- Explore Diverse Career Paths
From coding to cloud solutions, attendees will gain insight into the many different career opportunities that the tech sector offers. By interacting with industry leaders, students will learn about fields they may not have considered and discover how technology can play a key role in shaping their futures.
- Meet Leading Companies
Students will have the chance to engage with companies like Microsoft, LinkedIn, IBM, Citi, Accenture, Shein, TikTok, and many others. These companies are eager to connect with the next generation of talent, offering valuable advice and insight into what it takes to succeed in the tech industry.
- Interactive Learning
The expo is designed to be highly interactive, with hands-on activities and live demonstrations that will immerse students in emerging technologies. By making the learning experience more engaging, students can see first hand how innovation is transforming industries—and how they can be a part of it.
- Empowering Representation
Representation is a key focus of the event. By featuring female innovators and leaders, the expo highlights real-world examples of women thriving in tech, encouraging students to envision themselves in similar roles. This visibility is critical in breaking down the barriers that often prevent young women from pursuing tech careers.
- Engagement and Prizes
Students will receive a checklist to encourage engagement, collecting stickers from companies as they interact and ask questions. Those who collect ten stickers will be entered into a prize draw to win a tablet, further fostering participation and excitement throughout the day.
A Call to Career Guidance Professionals
Career Guidance professionals play a pivotal role in helping students navigate their future. Encouraging your students to attend the Female in Tech Expo 2024 is a powerful way to expose them to the dynamic and ever-growing tech industry. The expo offers them the chance to make connections, explore new career possibilities, and gain confidence in pursuing technology-focused studies.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to inspire the next generation of female tech leaders. Female in Tech Expo 2024 is more than an event—it’s a step toward closing the gender gap and empowering young women to shape the future of technology. Email Lorraine on lorrainekeane@fit.ie to register your place for free today!
