The power of women against male influence in the tech world
Thai Rath Edition
10 July 2022 5:24 a.m.
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women join forces Ask for some space to stand in the digital technology world. support change Pushing the potential of Thai women to access ICT reduce inequality Create gender equality for the upcoming 5.0 society.
Miss Pirongrong Ramsut, Director of Broadcasting television business and the National Telecommunications Commission (NBTC)
on radio and television said that the issue of Girls in ICT or women in technology communication circles
It is a global agenda to help address the Gender Digital Divide. According to research, the factors affecting inequality come from three main areas:
1. Digital Knowledge 2. Access 3. Online Security
“Women are less likely to have access to ICT than men.
especially in developing countries
There is also a greater risk of sexual harassment and harassment.”
Ms. Sutheera Techakhunwut, co-founder and chief executive officer of Baiya Phyto Farm Co., Ltd.
,
as a woman in the startup world, said that being a female executive in a startup group is not. easy
It's important to have a passion for believing that women have the same abilities as men.
Let's find out what makes us want to change the world for the better.
Find things that can have a positive impact on society to create sustainability for the world and create value for yourself.
While the startup community must give opportunities to new generations with talent and potential.
without bringing sex and age as a barrier to ability
Ms. Kamolnan Chearavanont, Director of Strategic Project Development Department Foundation for the Future of Education Connexed
says women should fight against vocational norms that society requires only men to work.
Only 19% of women have graduated in STEM, and only 24% have held computer-related manager positions, reflecting that the vast majority of the digital technology space is occupied by men.
Modern social norms should allow women to learn technology and innovation.
to expand knowledge and career opportunities for women
At the same time, parents need to create a framework for girls to have the ability to connect the real world with the online world in a safe and balanced way.
Ms. Pornpawee Muanreed, 14, the first and current Thai Young Women Ambassador of NASA Artemis Gerneration GISTDA Thailand & NASA USA
Revealed that he has been interested in STEM, especially in space since childhood.
Ever since I was 8 years old, I dreamed of becoming an astronaut from watching a movie.
Extra-Terrestrial (ET), as well as having the opportunity to attend NASA's space exhibition, is the starting point for pursuing a dream of traveling into space.
And now the dream has come true
because he had the opportunity to present the concept of using the GPD navigation system linked to space travel and satellite to the Space Travel Program Committee
“Right now I want to push for Space Technology, which is a future technology that Thailand should start developing.
from promoting youth who are at the heart and inspiring the future of the nation
including enabling young women to have broad access to technology
It's important to believe that women have the energy, dreams, and potential to do what men can do too.”
While
Mr. Supachai Chearavanont, chairman of the Digital Economy and Society Council of Thailand,
said that we are now moving towards the 5.0 era that combines "technology" with a "mindset" to lay social foundations. to bridge gaps, reduce bias, and promote the participation of girls and women
According to a survey of the National Statistical Office indicated that
Only 37% of women have graduated in ICT and engineering.
The reason why women are less interested in this aspect may be due to the gender gap.
and social norms
Therefore, policies need to be driven to encourage more women to engage with technology.
Through the orientation of 5 areas: 1. Set goals
2. Create indicators and declare policies that are transparent
3. Driven by marketing mechanisms to create a culture of equality
4. Give women the opportunity to show their talents and give them leadership opportunities.
5. Develop technology and innovation to make it more accessible to women.
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