Tech: why Belgium struggles to attract women to scientific professions
While the technology sector is booming in Belgium, an important question arises: why are women still underrepresented in scientific fields? New data shows that our country is currently being outperformed by other regions of the world, notably Morocco and certain Asian countries, in the feminization of engineering and technology professions.
In Morocco, for example, women occupy a very significant place in engineering studies. Figures indicate that this country ranks among the world leaders for the number of women graduating in mathematics and technology fields. This reality contrasts sharply with the Belgian situation, where gender stereotypes still often influence the choice of higher education.
In Belgium, the technology sector is actively seeking to recruit new talent to meet market needs. However, companies are facing a lack of diversity. Experts explain that the problem often begins at school, where young girls sometimes lack female role models in scientific careers or feel less encouraged to pursue these technical fields.
To change this situation, several initiatives are emerging in Belgium to raise awareness among students about the opportunities offered by the digital sector. The goal is to break down prejudices and show that engineering professions are accessible to everyone. This is a major economic issue for the country, which needs all available skills to remain competitive on the international stage.