S1 Episode 3. Changing the Gender Bias in Tech - Cynthia Nolan Gusman
In this engaging episode of the EmpowerTech Podcast, host Iyari Cevallos welcomes Cynthia, a passionate advocate for increasing the representation of girls in technology. They discuss Cynthia's journey and motivations for promoting STEM among young girls, sharing personal experiences from her academic and professional life. Cynthia emphasizes the importance of introducing tech concepts early in education, notably in primary school, to foster interest and reduce gender biases.
She shares insights on how parental support and early engagement can play crucial roles in this endeavor. The duo also delves into the challenges faced by teachers in keeping up with rapidly evolving technology, the limitation of school curriculums, and the critical role of outreach programs and industry involvement in shaping future tech leaders.
Furthermore, Cynthia highlights global perspectives, mentioning countries like Singapore where female participation in tech is significantly higher, and how Australia could learn from such models. Finally, the discussion touches on the potential of emerging fields like quantum computing to redefine gender roles in tech and offers practical advice for parents, professionals, and educators.