pICTureURpath partners meet in the Netherlands to advance gender balance initiative in ICT

Groningen, Netherlands. Partners of the pICTureURpath project on gender balance in ICT met on April 22–23 for their second transnational meeting, hosted by the University of Groningen. Representatives from six partner organisations reviewed progress, coordinated upcoming activities, and developed the project’s core actions.

Project focus and research updates

According to an official announcement, the initiative aims to address the persistent underrepresentation of girls and young women in information and communication technologies through collaboration, research and targeted interventions.

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During the sessions, partners examined key findings from ongoing research, including insights gathered through surveys targeting students, parents and educators. The findings highlight institutional, social and cultural factors influencing girls’ participation in ICT-related studies and careers.

Frameworks, stakeholder engagement, and next steps

The consortium advanced the development of a pedagogical framework to guide future pilot interventions in educational environments.

Work also progressed on the creation of the project’s Community of Practice, intended to bring together stakeholders from across Europe to exchange knowledge and promote inclusive approaches.

The project is also preparing for its second co-creation webinar, aimed at translating ideas into practical solutions. On May 7, 2026, between 17:00 and 18:30 EET, the consortium will host an online session titled “Together for Girls in ICT Transforming Ideas into Action.” The webinar follows an earlier session that brought together participants from across Europe to explore challenges and propose initial ideas.

Will you join the May 7, 2026 co-creation webinar to contribute ideas on increasing girls’ participation in ICT?