Published on May 27, 2026
For over ten years, Girls Who Code has empowered young women to pursue careers in tech, fostering a culture that supports gender parity in computer science. Traditionally, their efforts have focused on equipping students with coding skills and a sense of belonging in an often male-dominated field.
However, the emergence of artificial intelligence is challenging this mission. Many students express skepticism towards AI, influenced that automation will threaten their job prospects. This wave of unease is particularly strong among young women, who report feeling uncertain about engaging with the technology.
Research shows that women are adopting AI tools at a significantly lower rate than men. Concerns about AI’s ethical implications and environmental costs contribute to this divide. Many women feel restricted AI policies, which only deepens their hesitation to embrace these new technologies.
Tarika Barrett, CEO of Girls Who Code, acknowledges the fears surrounding AI and advocates for leveraging these concerns as a guiding force in developing technology. She emphasizes the importance of including young people in conversations about AI, urging the tech community to recognize their insights as essential rather than dismissible.
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