Konica Minolta Business Solutions (UK) Ltd welcomed the next generation of technology specialists to its Girls in Tech event at the company’s Client Engagement Centre (CEC) in Houghton Regis in Bedfordshire.
Held in partnership with TechGirls, Year Eight students from local schools marked Ada Lovelace Day, an international celebration of the achievements of women in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM).
Ada Lovelace Day aims to increase the profile of women in STEM and, in doing so, create new role models who will encourage more girls into STEM careers, while supporting women already working in these sectors. As part of the TechGirls community, Konica Minolta has delivered workshops to girls across the UK and this event aimed to support students who are about to decide their GCSE Options and encourage them to think about career paths towards STEM sectors.
“The tech industry continues to face challenges with female representation, and this event is one way we can address this by showcasing the vibrant and dynamic opportunities within the sector,” said Gillian Nuttall, people and culture ESG partner at Konica Minolta Business Solutions (UK).
Students were tasked with creating a poster that promotes and inspires women to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering and maths. The posters were then designed and printed using Konica Minolta’s devices.