Global Digital Women
Global Digital Women GmbH promotes Diversity and Female Empowerment in the digital industry. With over 30,000 members, the company connects women, organizes inspiring events, and advises companies on equality and diversity. GDW advocates for an inclusive society.
Global Digital Women GmbH: Leading in Diversity and Female Empowerment
editAbout Us
editGlobal Digital Women (GDW) is a leading company in the field of diversity, founded in 2017 in Berlin. The company has developed into a Europe-wide organization with over 30,000 women from the digital industry. GDW connects women worldwide and makes female role models in the areas of founders, executives, and women in Tech & IT visible.
Key Products and Services
edit- Events and Networks: GDW organizes over 80 events per year, including conferences, panel discussions, hackathons, and networking events. These events provide targeted content, inspire young professionals, and promote the visibility of female experts and leaders[3][4].
- Awards and Honors: The company hosts the Digital Female Leader Award in Germany and the FemBizSwiss Award in Switzerland to honor digital innovation leaders[1][3].
- Consulting and Projects: GDW advises companies and public authorities in the areas of female empowerment, digitalization, networking, and diversity. This includes projects to promote women and implement sustainable and diverse corporate strategies[1][2].
Mission and Values
editThe mission of GDW is to make the world more diverse, accelerate gender equality, and increase the proportion of women in leadership and digital professions. The company advocates for fair and equal participation of all in the economy and society. The motto "Without Diversity, No Digitalization" reflects GDW's belief that diversity is a prerequisite for successful digitalization[2][3].
Sustainability Goals and Initiatives
edit- Creating a Fair Society: GDW is committed to a diverse and heterogeneous society and advocates for equal and fair living conditions for all individuals, regardless of gender, skin color, religion, physical or mental abilities, or sexual orientation[1].
- Providing Knowledge: The company provides information and raises public awareness about current situations and actions to sharpen awareness of diversity, equality, and inclusion[1].
- Sustainable Brands: GDW promotes sustainable brands that embody equality and gender diversity and enable innovative career paths[5].
Work Culture and Team
editGDW offers a dynamic and goal-oriented work environment with flat hierarchies and short decision-making processes. The team consists of visionaries, doers from various industries, including entrepreneurs, economists, event and project managers, as well as marketing and social media experts. The work culture is characterized by autonomy, diversity, and the opportunity to contribute one's own ideas and experiences[5].
Through its work, Global Digital Women makes a significant contribution to promoting women in the digital economy and creating a more inclusive and diverse society.