Sophos joins the worldwide group in celebrating Worldwide Day of the Woman on October 11. This vital day highlights the distinctive challenges and alternatives that women face around the globe, significantly regarding gender inequality in areas equivalent to schooling, diet, authorized rights, healthcare, and safety from discrimination.
At Sophos, we’re dedicated to advocating for ladies’ rights and gender equality, empowering women to achieve their full potential. This yr, our Sophos Girls in Expertise Community (SWiT) is taking important steps to encourage younger girls to discover careers in expertise.
Pupil Spherical Desk Occasion in Abingdon
Within the UK, we welcomed a gaggle of scholars from a neighborhood college to our Abingdon workplace for a collection of participating actions aimed toward introducing them to careers in tech. Targeted on women aged 12 to 13, the occasion included insights from leaders throughout numerous enterprise items and an thrilling cypher recreation, encouraging them to think about technical programs as viable and rewarding profession paths.
Sophos Outreach Day in Dallas
Within the US, we hosted a “Cookies and Dialog” for ladies at a neighborhood college in Dallas, that includes Dr. Rickenya Sisk from IDEA Public Faculties. This occasion aimed to encourage younger women to understand the significance of cybersecurity and think about careers in expertise, showcasing the roles we play at Sophos.
Sophos UK Software program Engineering Internship Webinar
This October, our UK Engineering crew will host a particular webinar for college college students learning Laptop Science or associated fields who’re searching for a one-year software program engineering placement. The occasion will spotlight Sophos’ profitable intern program, that includes insights from engineering managers and examples of actual intern initiatives. Attendees will find out about versatile work choices, Sophos’ dedication to constructing an inclusive and numerous workforce, and have the chance to have interaction with present and former interns for profession recommendation. With ten positions out there for 2025, the crew is very encouraging girls to use as we try to extend feminine illustration in tech.
Empowering Girls in Cybersecurity Webinar in Manila
Within the Philippines, we held an inspiring webinar, “Empowering Girls in Cybersecurity,” which related feminine college students and professionals. In partnership with EC-Council ASEAN, the occasion featured girls leaders in cybersecurity sharing their private journeys, success tales, and sensible ideas for navigating tech careers. The discussions highlighted the important position of range in cybersecurity and the way girls are shaping the business.
Sponsorship to the Girls in Safety Community, Australia
Elsewhere in APJ, SWIT is proud to be sponsoring 10 staff to affix the Australian Girls in Safety Community (AWSN). This not-for-profit group is devoted to educating girls and women about safety and rising feminine illustration within the subject. Members will achieve entry to instruments, information, networking, and mentoring alternatives, and we sit up for sharing their insights from AWSN occasions.
FY25 SWiT Bursary Program, Canada
The Americas Assist crew has launched the FY25 SWiT Bursary program, which goals to help gender range within the tech business by offering CAD $4500 bursaries to girls at 4 Canadian technical faculties. This yr’s objectives embody evaluating the success of previous bursaries, making enhancements, exploring extra funding alternatives for STEM packages, and strengthening relationships between college students and SWiT members.
As we proceed our efforts to champion gender equality and help younger girls in expertise, Sophos is proud to have fun Worldwide Day of the Woman and stay dedicated to making a world the place each woman can thrive and succeed.
