About us
#ChangeTheRatio
Closing the gap
We’re closing the ‘inspiration’ and ‘aspiration’ gaps from primary, throughout secondary school and beyond, so that more children (particularly girls and groups underrepresented in the technology workforce) understand the careers that exist in technology and, crucially, believe that they could belong.
Today 65% of children will do jobs that don’t currently exist, and will be reliant on technology skills that we are not teaching them. The current tech role models, pathways and opportunities are invisible to children. Girls and those from low socio-economic backgrounds are particularly uninspired, or excluded.
Thanks to the support of our partners and funders, we’re able to offer all our experiences and resources completely free to schools - so every child, no matter their background, can explore the world of technology.
Together, we’re raising aspirations and unlocking opportunities, reaching the pupils who need it most.
Want to help us shape the future? Contact us for more information
Our journey
Origins within PwC UK
Research commissioned in 2017 by Sheridan Ash MBE at PwC UK revealed the extent of the gender imbalance in the tech industry. Just 27% of the A-level and university age females surveyed were interested in careers in technology, compared to 62% of males - while only 3% of females cited technology as their first choice career. The findings highlighted what was deterring girls and young women from choosing technology subjects and careers, and showed how important it was for them to be inspired and educated about technology, the breadth of careers available and its importance in shaping our world. It was clear that teachers and schools needed to be armed with the right materials and resources to do this too.
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Forming a like-minded community - meeting industry need
The Tech She Can Charter was founded in 2018 by Sheridan and supported by 18 organisations, all passionate about improving the pipeline of women going into technology roles. Recognising that the gender imbalance couldn’t be solved by a single organisation, and that collaboration was needed across sectors, government and educators, they joined forces.
Founding Tech She Can, the charity
In 2021 Dr Claire Thorne joined Tech She Can as the co-CEO with Sheridan Ash MBE, working together with COO Robyn Howard and Head of Education Becky Patel, Tech She Can the charity was founded with receiving charitable status later in 2021.
Since then, the Tech She Can community of industry partners has grown to +200 organisations, the team to +20FTE, and together Tech She Can has inspired and educated +1 million children globally about tech careers.
Interested in finding out more about our free online learning resources, whether you're a teacher or a parent?
Explore our Tech We Can resources
How can you support us?
If you’re interested in finding out how you can get involved with Tech She Can, please use our contact form and we'll be in touch.
