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In 2024, the information and communication technology (ICT) sector in the European Union reached a significant milestone with over 10 million employed specialists, representing 5.0% of the total workforce. This 0.2% increase compared to the previous year and a 1.6% rise since 2014 reflects a growing trend in the hiring of professionals in this essential field for the modern economy.
Sweden leads this statistic, with 8.6% of ICT specialists among its total employees. It is followed by Luxembourg at 8.0% and Finland at 7.8%. In contrast, countries like Greece (2.5%), Romania (2.8%), and Italy (4.0%) rank at the bottom of the list, highlighting the disparities in the representation of tech talent across the continent.
Despite this growth, female representation in the sector remains alarmingly low. In 2024, only 19.5% of ICT specialists were women, while 80.5% were men. The figures are particularly concerning in countries like the Czech Republic, where only 13.0% of these professionals are women. Malta and Hungary are not far behind, with 14.7% and 15.2%, respectively. On the other hand, Estonia stands out for having the highest female proportion in the sector, reaching 27.6%, followed by Romania (27.3%) and Bulgaria (27.0%).
These statistics underscore the urgent need to promote inclusion and diversity in a sector that, despite its remarkable growth, exhibits significant disparities. Fostering a more inclusive environment would not only benefit female professionals in the field but could also contribute to the dynamism and creativity essential in this ever-evolving area.
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