WomenWise
Across industries like technology, finance, and engineering, women remain significantly underrepresented - not due to a lack of talent, but a lack of opportunity, support, and visibility. Women make up just 17% of tech specialists in the UK, only 32% of leadership roles across Europe, and globally, hold less than 25% of executive roles in STEM-related industries.
Through tailored mentorship programmes, flagship events, hands-on skill-building opportunities, and targeted community outreach, we equip women at every stage of their career.
Many organisations are committed to improving these numbers but struggle to turn intention into impact. Environments often fall short on inclusive culture, accessible career pathways, and systems that support women not just to enter, but to thrive and lead.
Our mission is to empower women to lead across underrepresented industries - and to build workplaces where equity isn’t an initiative, but a standard. We exist to equip women with the tools to rise, and to support organisations in creating cultures where they can thrive.
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WomenWise is a global community advancing women across underrepresented industries. We connect senior leaders, emerging talent and organisations committed to building more representative, high-performing teams.
Mentoring & leadership developmentThe WomenWise Mentoring Programme, in partnership with Artefact, connects women with senior leaders across tech through structured, cohort-based mentoring focused on progression, confidence and visibility.
Events & podcastsWe deliver high-impact events - from executive panels to roundtables – and have a globally growing podcast where we spotlight and amplify female voices. Our initiatives focus on leadership, career progression and industry specific challenges. Our 2025 event partners included LME, LSEG and WeWork where we designed curated events to impact their teams and communities.
Partnerships & reachWe work with global organisations committed to representation, such as Proxima, and Bayer, supporting them through events, inclusive talent support and leadership conversations.
90%+ of event attendees report learning something new and feeling inspired
92% mentoring participants report increased confidence and career progression
Partners gain direct access to a highly engaged female network
