Microagression, tech bros, fewer promotions - women in tech still see many issues: survey

The second annual Tech Beyond Gender survey of 200 female and gender-diverse staff working in New Zealand technology companies found problems persisting. The economic slowdown had led to cutbacks to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programmes, according to the study’s author, Tech Beyond Gender founder Meena Satishkumar. And more cuts could be ahead as the Trump administration-born DEI backlash hits our shores, according to local industry group TechWomen.

A selection of respondents’ anonymised comments gives a feel for what some were facing. “During a sprint planning meeting, I explained a technical solution I’d worked hard on. No one responded.



Two minutes later, a male colleague rephrased exactly what I said – and suddenly it was a brilliant idea. It wasn’t the first time and it probably won’t be the last. It chips away at your confidence,” one said.

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