Five steps to increase female participation in technology

 

HR Director at Cirion Technologies shares strategies for inclusion and development of women in the sector

 

São Paulo, March 05, 2025 – In the last 10 years, the number of jobs in the technology area has increased by 95% in Brazil, according to a study released by the Federation of Commerce of Goods, Services and Tourism of the State of São Paulo (FecomercioSP). Despite the high demand, female participation is still low: less than 20% of positions in the technology area in Brazil are held by women. When we consider leadership positions, adding up all of Latin America, they occupy less than 30% of them, according to the Women in Technology survey.

This scenario reflects challenges such as technical training, lack of representation, and invisible barriers that perpetuate gender inequality in the sector. To help transform this reality, companies such as Cirion Technologies, a leading provider of digital infrastructure and technology, have developed strategies to retain and qualify talent so that more women take on positions that are mostly held by men.

As part of this commitment, Cirion’s Chief Human Resources Officer, Cibele Giarrante, shares five essential tips to promote the inclusion and development of women in technology:

1. Create mentoring and training programs: Mentoring programs help reduce barriers and expand opportunities for women who want to enter the area to develop more quickly.
2. Promote a more flexible work environment: Policies such as flexible working hours and childcare assistance are key to supporting women, especially mothers, to advance in their careers.
3. Ensure a safe and inclusive environment: Cirion has developed a welcoming protocol for employees who are victims of domestic violence, which will be launched in March, due to International Women’s Day, celebrated on the 8th. Safe environments and institutional support make all the difference, so the company has created a guidance list for managers and will offer financial, emotional, psychological and legal support to employees.
4. Give visibility to women in technology: initiatives such as networking groups, events, and the recognition of female leaders are essential to encourage more women to enter the area. One of these events will take place on March 11, in São Paulo, where the company will hold an afternoon of autographs with the operations manager for Latin America, Tatiana Soares. She is co-author of the book Women in Telecom, a work that brings together stories of women who have made a difference in the technology market.
5. Invest in technical training and professional development: Supporting female skills in technology is an essential step to increase women’s participation in the sector. Cirion encourages this growth through training programs and specialized training, such as courses in public speaking, personal branding, social networks and leadership. In addition, the company offers a scholarship program that provides technical training for female employees.

 

“There are still challenges to be overcome, but we are moving forward. The presence of women in technology is not just a matter of representation, but a necessity for the development of innovative and inclusive solutions for society”, highlights Cibele Giarrante.

Finally, Cibele gives a bonus tip for those who intend to grow in the area: “Empowerment and attitude are fundamental to stand out in any sector. Therefore, prepare yourself with technical training and do not be afraid to face new challenges. We can overcome all obstacles”, she emphasizes.

 

 

About Cirion

Cirion is a leading pan-regional digital infrastructure and technology provider, offering a comprehensive suite of colocation, cloud infrastructure, and terrestrial and subsea fiber network services. Cirion serves over 5,500 Latin America-based and multinational customers, including enterprises, government agencies, cloud service providers, wireline and wireless carriers, ISPs, and other leading businesses. The Company owns and operates a facilities-based network and data center portfolio, with extensive coverage spanning across the Latin America region. Learn more about Cirion at www.ciriontechnologies.com

 

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