Championing women in tech at Worcestershire’s Generation STEM event
We recently joined dozens of local employers at Worcestershire County Council’s Generation STEM event, aimed at inspiring the next generation of girls to explore careers in science, technology, engineering and maths.
Held at the headquarters of Yamazaki Mazak, the event welcomed more than 100 female students from schools across the region and gave them the opportunity to meet women in STEM fields – science, technology, engineering and maths – including tech specialists from our own Digital and Data teams.
Our colleagues hosted interactive sessions at the event, sharing insights into the world of digital transformation in housing and breaking down the many career paths available across the sector, from data analysis and software development to project delivery and innovation.
Tamara Fyffe, our Director of Enterprise Solutions said: “We were delighted to be part of Generation STEM and to help show that tech has a place for everyone. There’s still a gap when it comes to women in digital roles and events like this are a brilliant way to change perceptions early on and spark confidence in young people who might not have considered these careers.”
Tamara also gave a presentation, sharing her personal journey into the tech sector. She said: “I ended up in technology almost by accident, but I stayed because I realised I could be part of the solution. I wanted the students to know that there’s no one right path. Do what you enjoy, stay curious and the right opportunities will find you. Tech is so broad, there’s space for so many different skills and personalities.”
Sandra Howells, Early Careers Worcestershire Deputy Manager at Worcestershire County Council said: “I would like to say a very big thank you to Tamara for speaking at the Generation STEM event; she was truly inspirational and really showed what can be achieved if you work hard.”
Our involvement builds on our wider Digital Futures programme, which supports inclusive routes into tech and digital careers through academies, apprenticeships and sector collaboration.
The event, delivered by Worcestershire County Council, Worcestershire Local Enterprise Partnership and the council’s Early Careers Worcestershire programme, brought together a wide range of employers committed to promoting gender diversity in high growth industries.
Generation STEM works to inspire the county’s future workforce, helping young people understand career pathways from an early age and strengthening links between education and industry.
Photo caption : L to r, Tamara Fyffe, Director of Enterprise Solutions; Kirsty Dyer, Head of EPMO and Latisha Bailey, Technology Apprentice, all from Platform Housing Group and instrumental at assisting on the day.