The shortlist of the 39 finalists for this year’s 2018 FDM Everywoman in Technology Awards has been announced
Supported by the most forward-thinking brands, which are committed to celebrating the skills, innovation and leadership of women, the FDM Everywoman in Technology Awards champion and celebrate women who are achieving career success and the companies that are supporting them to do so.
Entrants can be at any stage of their career, including young students or apprentices passionate about the future of technology, as well as high-flying senior women well established on the career ladder.
The annual awards programme uncovers and celebrates the most inspirational women in technology working within STEM industries, demonstrating the vast range of career opportunities the sector has to offer for women. This year’s 39 finalists were handpicked from a record breaking number of entries by a panel of the UK?s most senior technology leaders, and include female students dedicated to increasing STEM engagement at their schools. Three shortlisted finalists from independent schools include:
Above, Katie Griffiths who is a pupil at King Edward IV School
Katie Griffiths, King Edward IV School
Katie is the founder and creator of the app I’m Okay, which is a support app for teenagers questioning their sexuality and gender. She came up with the idea after realising the limited availability of resources on the subject.
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