New partnership aims to get more girls to choose technology subjects
Technology subjects in Norway have for many years faced a challenge with gender imbalance. Today, fewer than one in three students pursuing a technological education are women. To change this, the organization Tekna has entered into a new partnership with Girl Tech Norway.
The goal of the collaboration is to increase interest in STEM subjects among girls at a young age. By offering more learning arenas and inspiring activities, the organizations hope that more girls will see the opportunities that exist within technology and engineering.
Research shows that early exposure to technology and coding can have a major impact on later study choices. Through joint projects, Tekna and Girl Tech Norway will help ensure that more girls gain the confidence and knowledge to pursue a future in the technology industry.
There is a great need for expertise in technology in the Norwegian labor market in the years to come. By recruiting from the entire population, the industry ensures access to vital knowledge and new perspectives. The partnership marks an important step toward creating a more inclusive technology sector in Norway.