INSPIRA is a mentoring program at the Department of Informatics Engineering of the University of Coimbra and its goal is to attract and retain female talent in informatics.
INSPIRA offers mentorship and exposure to role models. By engaging with INSPIRA, you’ll meet more experienced individuals who have walked similar paths and are eager to share their experiences and guidance.
Additionally, you'll have the opportunity to broaden your network, connecting with people from diverse backgrounds, fostering collaboration and support.
Join our inspiring events, from career mapping in ICT to resilience building, tailored to empower you to thrive both in your career and personal life.
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activities calendar!
is inspira only for women? can others take part?
why do we need a program focused
on female mentees?
In today's tech-driven world, women's participation in informatics extends beyond gender; it's a societal priority. With every job now involving technology, closing the gender gap not only broadens the talent pool but also stimulates digital economic growth. Moreover, diverse perspectives are key to fostering creativity and innovation.
Yes, our priority is to support women in tech, but lasting change requires
everyone's participation.
So, everyone is welcome to take part! EVERYONE is welcome to join our events
throughout the year and
contribute to our collective effort towards fostering an inclusive environment!
Why are
programs
like this
important?
European women who hold tech-related jobs.
Data sourced from McKinsey & Company and DGES
Women specialising in the ICT sector companies in Portugal.
Data sourced from European Commission data
Women employed in ICT sector companies in Portugal.
Data sourced from European Commission data
Average innovation revenue reported by companies with above-average diversity.
Data sourced from here
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Want to find out more?
check our mentee page | mentor page