One primary reason for the underrepresentation of women in tech leadership is the pervasive gender bias and stereotypes. From an early age, girls are often subtly discouraged from pursuing STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) fields. These stereotypes continue into the workplace, where women in tech may face biases that question their capabilities compared to male counterparts. Institutions need to actively combat these stereotypes through comprehensive education and awareness programs from early education through to professional development initiatives.
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