Celebrating International Day of Women and Girls in ICT! 🌍👩‍💻

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Women and girls in tech celebrated worldwide? I LOVE TO SEE IT! 💙✨
For far too long, tech spaces have echoed with the same pattern—the lone woman in the room, the only female engineer on the team, the single woman on the panel, or the first female leader in a department. You name it! We’ve seen it. We’ve lived it.
But here’s the best part: We are changing the narrative.
Every day, more women are stepping into ICT, breaking barriers, writing history, and redefining the future. Whether it’s a young girl writing her first line of code or a seasoned leader making boardroom decisions, the presence of women in tech matters—and it’s only growing stronger.
Why Women in ICT Matters
The gender gap in tech isn’t just about numbers; it’s about opportunity, innovation, and representation. Tech shapes the world we live in, and when women are at the table, we build for everyone.
I firmly believe in the power of STEM education, digital skills, and women’s empowerment. I’ve personally seen how access to these opportunities transforms lives—not just in career growth but in confidence, leadership, and impact.
To Every Woman in Tech…
If you’ve ever questioned your place in this field, felt imposter syndrome creeping in, or wondered if you were “good enough”… Let me remind you:
đź’ˇ You are enough.
đź’ˇ Your voice matters.
đź’ˇ You belong at the table.
💡 You are 100% THAT GIRL. Puuurrr!!! 💅🏾🔥
So today, let’s celebrate the trailblazers, the mentors, the newbies, and every woman in between. The future of tech needs us all.
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Joy Tari-Bagshaw
Joy Tari-Bagshaw
Hey there! I’m Joy Tari-Bagshaw, a passionate software developer with 3+ years of experience and a deep love for teaching and learning. As the first female Google Developers Student Club Lead at my university, I’ve mentored countless beginners, facilitated bootcamps, and helped aspiring developers land their first tech roles.After teaching at several bootcamps, I’ve realized the urgent need for this blog. The limited time frame of most programs often doesn’t allow for in-depth learning, and I wanted to create a space that simplifies complex topics while giving beginners the time and resources they need to truly grasp them.Every day, I get messages from people asking for advice on how to start or grow in tech. That’s why I’m on a mission to make web development simple and accessible for everyone through my blog series, Build, Break, Debug, Repeat. Whether you’re a total newbie or leveling up your skills, I’m here to guide you with resources, tutorials, and a sprinkle of humor along the way.Let’s build something amazing together!