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The Role Models
Role Model:
Lauren Friedmann
Lauren Friedmann, Senior Software Engineer , shares insights on data-driven innovation, scaling systems, and the power of diverse perspectives in tech… Read More
Role Model: Anna Rosenkranz
Anna Rosenkranz, co-founder of Health Yourself, shares her journey from law student to healthtech CEO, leveraging growth mindset and tech for patient empowerment… Read More
Role Model:
Priska Burkard
WST’s long-time ally Priska Burkard, TechFace founder, shares her journey from lab assistant to tech leader, fostering diversity and empowering women in the tech industry… Read More
Role Model:
Rahel Frischknecht
Meet Rahel Frischknecht, Head of Customer Success and part of the Management Board at everii Group. She shares her journey to leadership, her insights on AI’s future impact on customer success, and her advice for women entering tech… Read More
Role Model:
Dr. Ursula Keller
Ursula Keller shares her journey from a working-class family in Switzerland to becoming a leading physicist at ETH Zurich, discussing gender inequality in academia and technological innovation… Read More
Revisited:
Stephanie Sievers
We have caught up with Stephanie Sievers for a captivating conversation on her journey since our last interview… Read More
Role Model: Marion Schleifer
Thinking that she wasn’t into “nerd stuff”, Marion got hooked by an online Ruby tutorial, which ultimately lead her to founding Code Blossom… Read More
Revisited:
Julia Chatain
We have caught up with Julia Chatain for a captivating conversation on her journey since our last interview… Read More
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That Welcomes Diversity?
Knowledge
Know-ledge
Diversity Advent Calendar 2024
We proudly present our Diversity Advent Calendar 2024 with awesome tips around diversity and inclusion. Get ready to add an inclusion spirit to the holidays… Read More
Ghosts, Gadgets, and Ghouls: How Tech Transformed Halloween 🎃
Halloween has gotten a tech upgrade! From VR haunted houses to smart costumes, technology has transformed this spooky holiday… Read More
Why Companies Must Embrace Diversity Now
Embracing diversity boosts innovation and market success. Companies with diverse teams outperform competitors, making diversity a critical factor for long-term business growth and relevance… Read More
How Tech Empowers Paralympic Athletes
The Paralympic Games stand as a testament to the indomitable spirit of human achievement, showcasing athletes who defy odds and redefine possibilities. Integral to this celebration of athleticism is the transformative role of digital technology… Read More
Stuck between Glass Ceiling and Glass Cliff – Tips for Employers
Welcome to the final installment of our series, where we shift the spotlight to employers and organizations, exploring actionable steps they can take to dismantle the glass ceiling and mitigate the effects of the glass cliff… Read More
Stuck between Glass Ceiling and Glass Cliff: Tips for Women
In our second of a three-part series we focus on practical strategies and tactics for women to navigate and overcome the challenges posed by the glass ceiling and the glass cliff… Read More
Stuck between Glass Ceiling and Glass Cliff: Basics
In our first of a three-part series we look into what glass ceilings and glass cliffs are, at some stats, what challenges they pose and how they impact women and employers… Read More
Navigating the People & Culture Landscape
This article covers topics from a People & Culture perspective by addressing key challenges and possible solutions promoting a strong, healthy, and trustworthy working environment… Read More
Opinions
Juggling Hats: An Experience Report
As a mom with a career, one has many different hats to juggle. One that does this quite successfully is Sara Fedele. In this interview, she openly shares her experience, how she does it and how diversity can help improve things even more… Read More
5 Questions to Society
Pride Month is a powerful reminder of the work still ahead in creating an inclusive society. In this opinion piece, an LGBTQIA+ advocate challenges us to move beyond mere acceptance towards a wholehearted embracement of diversity… Read More
I Got Misgendered
In the quaint depths of a Zurich pharmacy, and on a mission to acquire treasure, misgendering struck. Unprepared and vulnerable, each thoughtless act tried to diminish my confidence… Read More
A Chat with ChatGPT about Societal Issues
Can you have a casual chat with ChatGPT? WE SHAPE TECH’s Board Member Angela gave it a try and discussed topics like diversity, mental health, underrecognized women and polite language… Read More
Finding What Makes You Happy – A Personal Account
Read the very personal account of Natalie, working mom of two that decided to add a masters degree to her workload that ultimately will enable her to follow the career that makes her happy… Read More
The Butterfly Metaphor
How does successful change happen? Is it with a strong push from outside? We think not. And what’s a butterfly got to do with it?… Read More
Commemorating Famous Women
So far, numerous streets are dedicated to famous men, not many to women. But this is about to change. And of course we looked into Women in Tech that deserve “their own street”… Read More
Diversity –
A Shout-out to Our Community
It’s time for your voice to be heard, dear fellow shapers and shakers: share some insights with us and tell us what diversity means to you!… Read More
News
New Advisory Board Member at WE SHAPE TECH
Petra Ehmann, Board Member of We Shape Tech, moves into Advisory Board of WST … Read More
WST Collaborates to Bring Women Back to Work
WST is thrilled to announce its collaboration with Salesforce’s program “Bring Women Back to Work”, aimed at up- and re-skilling women after maternity leave and to augment their chances to get a part-time job in tech… Read More
I Do! Marriage for All
If there has ever been an important vote underlining equality and diversity, this is it! Learn why you should vote on 26 September 2021 and ask yourself: Who are we to decide who gets to marry?… Read More
Time’s up for the Equal Pay Analysis
“By July 2020: Ensure equal pay within the company.” At the end of June 2021 time’s up for companies to do an internal analysis of how equal the pay between genders really is. Buckle up, this is going to be interesting… … Read More
From Our Events
Take Aways: Navigating Security Risk and Quality in the Financial Industry
During the hands-on workshop by SIX and WST at #wetechtogether 2024, participants explored through collaborative exercises how integrated risk, security, and quality management can drive operational excellence… Read More
Take Aways: Shaping Trust in the Digital World with Digital Ethics
On 13 March, we explored the field of Digital Ethics in an interactive setting and demonstrated why considering ethical aspects in digital product development can make a difference… Read More
Xmas Community Celebration 2023
On 5 December 2023, the communities of Girls in Tech, TechFace and WE SHAPE TECH came together for a Xmas Community Celebration… Read More
Take Aways #wetechtogether Workshop 2023
Read the key take aways from the workshop at #wetechtogether that resonated deeply with both us and our participants: Hacks on how to stop sabotaging your personal growth… Read More
A Sizzling Summer Get-Together
Under the evening sun at Sphères in Zurich West, a relaxed get-together brought together over 40 individuals, eager to form meaningful connections and celebrate diversity… Read More
Fireside Chat with Janina Kugel
Janina Kugel – exceptional leader who leads with passion, courage and optimism – left us with great insights, food for thought and even more positive feelings of hope and happiness… Read More
Role Model Event December 2021
It is proven that seeing female role models heavily impacts career decisions of other women. That is why we host our “Role Models Events” with women who made it to the top and shared their stories. One thing we may say: all of them are successful in their field and all of their careers look different… Read More
#WeTechTogether Conference and Workshop on Visualizing Data with Splunk
At the Beginning of October WE SHAPE TECH was part of the #WeTechTogether Conference! We experienced a day full of inspiring keynotes, panels, knowledge sessions, networking and workshops… Read More
Inspiration
Inspire
Tips, Tricks & Hacks
Accessibility is not a “nice to have”
Host Jeffrey Zeldman engages with accessibility expert Derek Featherstone to discuss the critical importance of integrating accessibility into web design… Read More
Hottest and Coldest 2025 Takes
Explore bold predictions and reflective insights in this lively discussion of tech trends, cultural shifts, and climate realities shaping 2025… Read More
On Reclaiming Dignity Through Health Tech
Exploring health tech solutions led by women, this episode dives into empowering tools that address healthcare gaps for women globally, with dignity at its core.… Read More
How to Create Good Digital Citizens
How do we create positive online spaces where everyone can interact respectfully? This episode breaks down the steps toward fostering good digital citizenship, and how empathy, accountability, and critical thinking are essential to becoming responsible digital citizens in today’s connected world… Read More
The Story of Super Mario World
Explore the groundbreaking history of Super Mario World in this must-watch documentary, delving into its design, innovation, and enduring legacy in the gaming world.… Read More
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