"Complacency hinders diversity in tech: Achieving diversity and inclusion in the technology sector requires active participation from everyone, as complacency perpetuates existing disparities. Representation challenges persist: Despite efforts, women made up only 22% of the UK tech sector in 2025, with black women accounting for just 0.6%. Systemic issues like unconscious bias, lack of role models and limited workplace flexibility contribute to these disparities."
"Education reform is crucial: Experts suggest curriculum changes to make tech careers more accessible, including showcasing diverse role models, emphasising non-technical roles, and providing basic digital skills to all students, regardless of location. Career pathways need clarity: The absence of a single, clear pathway into tech creates misconceptions about the industry. Dedicated pathways and skills frameworks within businesses can help underrepresented groups intentionally pursue and thrive in tech careers."
Complacency perpetuates disparities and active participation from everyone is required to improve diversity and inclusion in the technology sector. Women represented 22% of the UK tech workforce in 2025, with black women at 0.6%, reflecting systemic barriers such as unconscious bias, lack of role models and limited workplace flexibility. Curriculum reform and broader digital-skills education can open access to tech, emphasise non-technical roles and showcase diverse role models. Clear career pathways and internal skills frameworks help underrepresented candidates pursue and progress in tech. Building networks, mentorship, allyship and inclusive leadership at all levels creates opportunities and ensures all voices are heard.
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