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What can inspira offer you?

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.

Check our
activities calendar!

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is inspira only for women? can others take part?

why do we need a program focused
on female mentees?

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Who is INSPIRA for and why is it needed?

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!

Join us on our path towards diversity, equality, and equity!

Why are
programs
like this
important?

22%

European women who hold tech-related jobs.

Data sourced from McKinsey & Company and DGES

21%

Women specialising in the ICT sector companies in Portugal.

Data sourced from European Commission data

28%

Women employed in ICT sector companies in Portugal.

Data sourced from European Commission data

45%

Average innovation revenue reported by companies with above-average diversity.

Data sourced from here

Find out the type of content we have for you!

Role Model Testimonials

Our YouTube channel features testimonials from industry and academia, showcasing female talent in informatics and offering valuable insight into the possible career trajectories in the tech field. It also provides snippets from some of our previous events.
Join us as we navigate career paths and explore opportunities in the tech industry!
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And much more on our Instagram!

Our Instagram feed covers everything from key women in tech to explaining how our program works and announcing events. We also share statistics about women in the tech field, to highlight the importance of our mission, and answer recurrent questions, to foster an active dialogue with our students’ community. There’s always a snippet of our events as well.
Follow us for a mix of inspiration and information!

Want to find out more?

check our mentee page | mentor page