Every year on the 8th of March, International Women’s Day is celebrated. For this year’s Women’s Day celebration, the “Accelerate Action” theme is announced. Researchers have indicated that it will take another century to fully infuse gender equality.
“This International Women’s Day, as we embrace the theme ‘Accelerate Action,’ we must move beyond conversations to tangible change that drives true inclusivity in technology. True innovation flourishes when diverse perspectives come together. Bridging the gender gap in STEM is crucial for innovation and economic growth, as women currently make up only 28.2% of the global IT workforce and 22% of AI professionals. In India, women only make up less than one-fifth of overall workforce. This stark disparity reflects not just a loss of talent but a missed opportunity for industry-wide transformation. The gender gap in technology isn’t just a women’s issue—it’s a challenge that impacts progress, economic growth, and the future of innovation. Bridging this gap requires deliberate action: fostering inclusive workplaces, ensuring equitable leadership opportunities, and embracing flexibility as a norm, not an exception.”
Dr. Sangeeta Chhabra, Co-Founder & Executive Director, AceCloud
