Summary
What this article covers in 30 seconds
- STEM Day was founded in 2015 to celebrate science and technology careers.
- Women and minority ethnic groups remain underrepresented in FinTech.
- Diverse voices and ideas strengthen FinTech and RegTech.
8th November marks Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Day, and Recordsure is celebrating the annual focus on STEM careers.
Founded in 2015, STEM Day highlights the achievements of people leaving their mark within these disciplines and inspires the next generation to get involved with science and technology-based careers.
Diversity in STEM
STEM Day also promotes the continued diversification of the sector. Despite progress in recent years, women and minorities remain underrepresented.
Recent research by Tech Nation highlighted that men outnumber women two to one in the FinTech sector, and that among women working in the industry only 13.5% are from minority ethnic backgrounds.
Why diversity matters
Recordsure believes those at the forefront of FinTech and RegTech have a responsibility to show that women and people from underrepresented backgrounds are welcome and valued, and that the industry culture is shifting for the better.
Expanding the conversation, inviting diverse voices and ideas, and inspiring capable technology professionals to join the industry are presented as necessary steps towards a better future.
Frequently asked questions
STEM Day is an annual celebration of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics careers that was founded in 2015.
Women and minorities remain underrepresented in the sector, including in FinTech.
FinTech and RegTech leaders should show that women and underrepresented groups are welcome and valued.