Women in the digital era: safety and empowerment [Video]

Politicians, industry, academic and legal experts on technology and Artificial Intelligence took part in the Women in the Digital Era: Safety and Empowerment event organised by the European Parliament Liaison Office in Malta to mark the EU-wide gender equality week.

The still existing divide between the genders in STEM subjects and IT skills requires a shift in the traditional mind-set that technological subjects are for boys, speakers agreed.

“Women in Malta are now nearing a par with men in basic and intermediate skills levels, but progress is still needed,” noted Abigail Aquilina, Business Development and Outreach Manager at Tech.mt.

“The issue is when it comes to advanced skills and higher-level jobs,” noted Ms Marthese Vella, Chief Technology Officer for AX Group and Malta Chamber of Commerce promoter of ICT careers among women. “Yet, careers in ICT offer a level of flexibility such that women in motherhood should be encouraged rather …