On October 19, 2023, Zeeve held a Twitter AMA session where Karthik MS, Social Media Manager of Zeeve, hosts the session on “Empowering Women in Web3: Technical Challenges and Opportunities.”
Karthik begins the session by welcoming esteemed guest Krystelle Galano, Founder of
Cryptofemale, the co-founder of Newscall and CMO at Starzz, seeks to cultivate a genuinely inclusive and diverse landscape within cutting-edge technologies, encompassing crypto, web3, blockchain, NFTs, and more.
Cryptofemale focuses not only on women but extends to individuals of all gender identities, welcoming them to partake in the collective endeavor to promote gender equality and empowerment.
Krystelle Galano is committed to empowering women in web3 and moderating conferences globally. The conversation begins with a discussion of the gender imbalance in web3 and ways to rectify it.
Karthik initiates the discussion by posing a question on how the Web 3 community actively addresses and rectifies the gender imbalance in blockchain and web3 space.
To this, Krystelle mentions numerous challenges that women often confront as they navigate their paths in the Web 3 domain. She emphasizes the pivotal role that educational programs, mentorship, and support networks play in empowering women to pursue technical roles.
Krystelle provides a comprehensive overview of the significant contributions made by her organization, Crypto Females. It is crucial to give women in the blockchain and crypto fields access to educational programs and networking opportunities, fostering their growth and participation in the industry.
She also mentions the gender imbalance within the Web 3 and blockchain space and strategies to redress this imbalance.
Krystelle`s journey from being a freelancer to becoming a leader in the technology industry is a testament to the importance of passion and perseverance in overcoming challenges. She encourages women to pursue leadership roles in the industry and emphasizes the potential for success and the need for inspiration and support.
As the discussion unfolds, it explores specific technical challenges women face when entering the Web 3 sector. Krystellle’s insights shed light on these challenges, encompassing issues such as limited access to essential resources, confronting gender bias and stereotypes, and the scarcity of female role models.
Krystelle outlines various solutions, including providing scholarships, promoting diversity and inclusion, generating awareness about the gender gap, and showcasing success stories of women who have made remarkable strides in the industry.
Moreover, Krystelle highlights the broader socio-cultural and economic factors that can significantly impact women’s experiences within the tech sector. It underscores the importance of creating an inclusive educational environment, increasing representation, promoting cultural sensitivity, fostering networking opportunities, empowering women economically, and advocating for their interests. These are key elements in addressing the intersectionality issues that women often face in their journey within Web 3.
Lastly, Krystelle emphasizes that addressing the intersectionality issues necessitates a multi-pronged approach involving individual and collective efforts. This approach is vital for promoting diversity and inclusivity within the Web 3 industry, ultimately steering it towards becoming a more equitable and representative ecosystem.
Thus, wrapping up the session, Karthik expresses gratitude to the audience for their time and attentive listening.
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