Problems: The ratio of women studying computer science in college is less than 20%. Last year only 12.9% of CS undergraduates were women. (US stat). Stereotypical images about computer science, are that it’s boring, hard, anti-social and irrelevant. By age 13 girls determine a positive or negative attitude towards subjects like computer science. Alternative perspectives: Through hands-on experience, girls recognize that computing is about creativity, connecting people and changing the world. Mentors can help break down the stereotypes behind computer science. Parents and schools can understand the importance of computer science education.
Tech-Girls is all about empowering girls to imagine and achieve their future dreams in our tech-savvy world. Girls feel that computing fails to deliver the three most important characteristics they want from a career: being passionate about their jobs; doing interesting work; and having the power to do good and make a difference.
