"A study performed by the University of Illinois, NYU, and Princeton University showed that by age 6, girls are more likely to think boys can be 'brilliant' and are 'really, really smart' - a stereotype that continues to be fueled by media, compliments, and marketing. You don't have to look further than animation geared toward children: the predominant message emphasizes girls' looks and boys' capabilities."
""In my career leading teams through tough security and compliance programs, I've seen how often women are underestimated or overlooked in cybersecurity. Early on, there were very few women in the room when critical risk decisions were made. That lack of visibility can hold us back, even when the expertise is there." She adds, "But I've also seen the difference when women are trusted to lead. They deliver results and bring new perspectives that strengthen how teams approach problems."
Gender stereotypes formed by age six lead girls to view boys as 'brilliant,' a perception reinforced by media, compliments, and marketing. Children's animation often emphasizes girls' looks and boys' capabilities, influencing talent pipelines for cybersecurity. Women frequently face underestimation and low visibility in critical risk decision rooms, which hinders advancement despite expertise. When women are trusted to lead, they deliver results, introduce new perspectives, and improve team problem-solving. Organizational actions such as fair promotion paths, sponsorship into decision-making roles, and ensuring visibility at conferences, in research, and leadership seats are necessary. Diversity strengthens resilience and secures a stronger industry.
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