The award's panel of judges is comprised of major international figures committed to advancing diversity and inclusion initiatives , including The Edge, U2 band member and Chairman of Endeavor Ireland;
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The selection process for the Globant Awards: Women That Build Edition will first be held at each geographical area's level, followed by a global final. Each of the following categories will be awarded:
-- Technology Executive: A woman with a STEM degree or similar professional background with a leadership position (a C-level executive, VP, Director, or managerial role) who is an inspiration to women and the industry at large.
-- Game Changer: We will recognize a leading professional, without formal training in STEM, who holds a leadership position (a C-level executive, VP, Director, or managerial role) who has made a direct impact in the IT industry.
-- Rising Star: A woman under 26-years-old who has high potential for progressing rapidly in her career, demonstrates a history of self-improvement and innovates through technology.
The panel of judges from each country is made up of specialists from the academic and business world as well as representatives from non-governmental organizations (NGOs) involved in the empowerment and training of women. Winners will be selected through criteria such as social impact, level of innovation, career path and commitment.
"Only 3 out of 10 workers in jobs related to science and tech are women. We want to change that reality by showing the possibilities that this vigorous industry offers to the talent and by encouraging women to lead the change. Today, we know that greater diversity leads to more enriched teams. We are convinced that this is the moment to draw attention to the women who are positively impacting the industry," added
This award is supported by the Universidad de los Andes (
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About Women That Build
With the conviction of creating a society where women have the same opportunities as men,
Our commitment is to generate substantial changes, both within our organization and in society. To do this, we have proposed the following two objectives by 2025:To train and inspire more than ten thousand women in technologyTo reach 50% of women and non-binary gender persons in managerial positions within
Women That Build is part of our Be Kind initiative, aimed to have a positive impact on our company, our society and our planet.
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