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#Girls and young women demand a safer digital future! 🌐 A study by Plan International and CNN, involving over 600 girls across 9 countries, reveals alarming numbers: 1 in 10 girls faces harmful online experiences daily, and 40% are harassed at least once a month. Girls can build digital resilience, but it’s not their sole responsibility. We urge tech companies and governments to take action now to make the internet a safer space for all! Read more below 👇 #UntilEveryGirlIsFree #DigitalSafety #SaferInternet

Delighted to share that my journey and the impactful work of AVSAR have been highlighted in Nitidin Odia newspaper! From transforming dreams into reality to breaking barriers for women in the workforce, this article encapsulates the symphony of empowerment. Check out the full story on the below link for a glimpse into Avsar's commitment to shaping the future of work and empowering individuals on their path to success. https://lnkd.in/g_RNry3v

Global research from Plan International and CNN has found that 1 in 10 girls and young women reported having harmful online experiences daily. This must change. Being able to safely take part in the debates and opportunities of the modern world is a human right and critical to achieving #GenderEquality. Read this report to hear directly from young women and girls about the harms they face online and how tech companies and governments should play a part in keeping them safe. #AsEquals. https://lnkd.in/eRJVAcJz

Global research from Plan International and CNN has found that 1 in 10 girls and young women reported having harmful online experiences daily. This must change. Being able to safely take part in the debates and opportunities of the modern world is a human right and critical to achieving #GenderEquality. Read this report to hear directly from young women and girls about the harms they face online and how tech companies and governments should play a part in keeping them safe. #AsEquals https://lnkd.in/eRJVAcJz

I want to express my pride and commitment to improving quality education and supporting the business community. In that spirit, I share the Project "Women Learn Together" https://lnkd.in/gdi7Q8eC  Education is online, free, and covers five modules: 📌Your competencies, Your Talent: Explores your talent and develops your potential. 📌Your Potential: Draws a path to your success and supports your development as a professional. 📌Creating Value: Learn how to create value for your business and your community. 📌Understanding your digital visibility: You expand your capabilities and influence by fully understanding digital visibility. 📌Community and employment: Helps you engage your quality and competencies with the desired results. I invite women to join this innovative project and take advantage of the incredible potential it brings. Your role is key to building a strengthening community. 

Great to see the week-long celebration and host of supportive discussions by #WeAreTechWomen for UK Women in Tech Week, happening from October 7th to 11th. In recent reports, one in five women are considering leaving the tech industry, highlighting the need for continued support and progress in DEI conversations within organizations. The Women in Tech Week narrative points out that budget cuts and postponed initiatives are hindering the advancement of women into senior tech roles. With only 21% representation of women in the tech industry and the digital skills gap widening, there is a pressing need to accelerate progress, not regress. 21% is not ok! As a senior woman and leader in tech, I no longer see myself as fortunate but now as indispensable in driving change in the industry. Let's work together to continue to bridge the gap and empower women in tech and not allow our voices to become quieter #womenintech #bridgethegap #wearewomenintech Check out the link for insightful sessions: https://lnkd.in/eZDWgcQn

In her latest article for Women's Agenda, Yasmin London sheds light on the alarming trend of online disrespect towards women and girls, and the offline consequences that follow. Highlighting recent incidents, including the exposure of a demeaning ratings list created by male students, Yasmin delves into the root causes and consequences of such behavior. She emphasises the urgent need for action, urging individuals to take control of their online spaces and offering practical solutions for parents, schools, and society at large. With a focus on digital resilience, Yasmin advocates for proactive measures to combat cyberbullying, misogyny, and gender-based violence. Read the full article to learn more about how we can create safer online environments for everyone.

Today at Project Liberty we released our inaugural Insights Report, which focuses on attitudes around the world regarding social media's impact on children and teens. Based on survey interviews with more than 14,000 adults in seven countries, the report reveals that parents and non-parents alike want social media companies to develop safer digital products and online environments for children. The findings highlight the need for ethical considerations in the development of digital platforms. Project Liberty is addressing this issue through tech and policy innovations that empower individuals with greater control over their personal data and a stronger voice in the design and governance of digital platforms. To learn more about the report, check out the link: https://lnkd.in/enehNDeb.

What a rich variety of talks, and that’s just Day 1 of #WomenInTechWeek 🚀 It’s the first-ever nationwide celebration of women in tech in the UK, and with over 70 events, online and in-person, there’s so much valuable insight to absorb! Day 1 Highlights: 🔸 Dr Vanessa Vallely OBE reminded us that women make up only 24% of the tech workforce—a modest increase from 17% in 2017. However, troublingly, the last two years have seen a decline of the number of women in tech and engineering, with 1 in 5 women considering leaving the industry altogether. 🔸 Debbie Foster and Karen Blake from the Tech Talent Charter call to action for companies. Their powerful message? We must address this as a systemic issue to make lasting change. 🔸 A heartfelt session on social mobility stood out, where speakers shared their stories and spoke of how feelings of shame had been replaced with pride to be role models for those joining the industry. They highlighted the power of self-belief and good mentors in overcoming imposter syndrome and the ongoing need to address biases in recruitment. 🔸 We heard from Labour MP Sam Niblett on the government’s plan to close the digital skills gap and how it aims to support the future of women in tech. 🔸 Closing the day, we listened to the triumphs and challenges faced by Black women in tech, with inspiring stories of the companies that are stepping up to support real change. My Takeaway: Despite my frustrations on the speed of change, I’m left feeling hopeful. There are incredible women making significant strides in this space, and community is key. The collective wisdom was clear: don’t reinvent the wheel—use the tools, data, and networks we already have to drive real progress. This isn’t just a women’s issue; so if you consider yourself an ally or champion of this cause, I encourage you to check out this week's events or watch the LinkedIn Live sessions! 💻  https://lnkd.in/evSbiNS6 

"The greater the influence and reach of technology" (...) "the greater the responsibility to tame the power, manage threats, and steer the overall trajectory". Insightful remarks by Domitilla Benigni on the Future of the Internet and on Women4Cyber Italia's involvement in the consultation where EU-based stakeholders were invited to share insights for an open, free, and secure digital future, within the framework of the United Nations #GlobalDigitalCompact. Women4Cyber Italia's recommendations (along with other Stakeholder Contributions) together with the Summary Report of the online consultation are available on the European University Institute's website, here: ➡️https://lnkd.in/ga5hhWVs. You may also read my article (in Italian) published here: ➡️https://lnkd.in/gMV-yqcG Women4Cyber Foundation | Women4Cyber Italia