5 women-focused communities to transform your career as a woman in tech
They can provide mentorship, career opportunities, and real support to help you thrive.
Even though technology is changing our everyday lives, it still hasn't evolved past gender inequality. As of 2023, Intuit reported that women made up just 27.6% of the tech workforce, with only 25.5% in senior leadership roles.
The systemic biases, exclusionary workplace cultures, and a lack of support push women out of tech, and this is what mentorship and community have come in to fix. In fact, a report from Anita Borg Institute showed that women with mentors are 77% more likely to stay in tech long-term.
So if you’re a woman in tech (or aspiring to be one), know that you don't have to go through the process alone. There are a lot of communities to help you thrive, and we've put together a few of them that will hold your hands as you grow.
Kelechi Edeh
1/ Girls Who Code
Girls Who Code is an organization dedicated to closing the gender gap in tech by inspiring and equipping young women with coding skills. While it’s well-known for its free after-school clubs and summer immersion programs for K-12 students, it also offers invaluable resources for college students and early-career professionals. Their alumni network provides mentorship, job opportunities, and ongoing support to ensure women stay in tech long-term.
2/ TechWomen
TechWomen is a mentorship and exchange program that connects emerging women leaders in STEM from Africa, Central and South Asia, Europe, and the Middle East with experienced professionals in the U.S.
The program goes beyond traditional networking; they have a dynamic cultural and professional exchange designed to empower women in tech while fostering global collaboration.
If you want project-based mentorships at leading U.S. companies, develop leadership skills through workshops, and gain exposure to cutting-edge innovation, you can join the TechWomen community.
3/ Women in STEM
Women in STEM takes a mentorship-driven approach to keeping young girls engaged in science and tech fields. The organization pairs female university students and professionals with high school mentees to give guidance on college applications, career paths, and overcoming challenges in male-dominated fields.
Beyond the mentoring, Women in STEM hosts panels, workshops, and guest speaker events to inspire more women. If you want to contribute to women's growth in tech or want help growing, Women in STEM is a great community for that.
4/ Women in Tech (WIT)
With a presence in over 50 countries, Women in Tech is one of the largest global organizations empowering women in the industry. Their free international mentorship program covers UX/UI design, coding, product management, and leadership, pairing mentees with experienced professionals for three-month sessions.
Beyond mentorship, WIT focuses on advocacy, digital inclusion, and entrepreneurship, offering workshops, networking events, and even startup support. Whether you’re just starting or looking to move into a leadership role, this community provides both the resources and tools needed for you to see it through to the end.
5/ WeTech
WeTech is a community focused on dismantling barriers for women in tech across Africa. They don’t just talk about change, they create it through high-impact conferences featuring female leaders, mentorship programs, and direct pipelines to hiring opportunities.
They have a 5,000+ member community that goes beyond networking to a full-fledged support system where women access workshops, career development tools, and get access to companies committed to diverse hiring. If you're an African woman looking for a community deeply integrated in your home, Wetech is your go-to.
Oyinebiladou Omemu
Conclusion
The stats don’t lie, tech has a gender problem. But the solution isn’t just about hiring more women, it’s about keeping them, advancing them, and making sure they have the support to lead.
Programs like TechWomen, Girls Who Code, and WeTech aren’t just feel-good initiatives; they’re proven tools for change. When women have mentors, they stay in tech longer. When they have networks, they break into leadership.
So whether you’re a student, a mid-career professional, or a leader, find your community. Join a program. Be a mentor, or seek one.
