We know technology has the power to improve lives. Here at Girls Into Coding, we engage girls in tech projects of all kinds, helping them find confidence and opening up opportunities for them. But could technology help transform our entire economy? Of course, we see changes in the way we…

Ernest Cline may have inadvertently written a prophetic novel in his sci-fi extravaganza, Ready Player One. The book (and subsequent movie) tells of a world where socioeconomic issues have driven much of the world’s populace into OASIS, a virtual world accessed using special visors and gloves. In this digital universe…

The term “Tech for Good” isn’t just about social change. It can mean technology that’s good for the environment, either by helping prevent negative impacts or reversing them. Renewable energy is a hot topic, especially in this economic climate where the reliance on fossil fuels has sent energy bills skyrocketing…

“Protecting the environment” is no longer a fad or a marketing phrase used to sell “green” products. More people than ever are aware that we need to make serious changes to stave off the potential impact of climate change. Luckily, many of these people are young, determined, and already highly…

We talk a lot on this blog about the amazing women in tech and how girls in STEM groups can be the trailblazers of the future. The gender imbalance in tech companies and the wider world of technology and STEM academia is slowly but inexorably finding starting to balance out…

2021 has by no means seen a return to “normal”, but many organisations have found ways to adapt and even thrive in the face of current challenges. Girls Into Coding have expanded their online presence dramatically. This included hosting 24 virtual and free events to keep girls enthused about STEM…

Gaming is no longer just a boys’ club — not that it ever truly was, as we explored in our article about women in the video game industry. According to gaming news site Push Square, around 41% of PlayStation 4 and 5 console owners are women. That’s a huge increase…

How many times have you heard someone say, “Video games aren’t for girls!”…? If you never have, you’re really lucky, and surrounded by great people! …

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