Ada Scotland Inspiring Teacher Award 2023

6 August 20235 September 2023 matt

Do you know a teacher in Scotland who has gone the extra mile to encourage girls to get into computing? Perhaps someone who’s inspired their female pupils in class, run a coding club for girls, or simply had some extra words of encouragement for a female pupil with an interest in computers? Nominate your inspiring teacher using the form below or click here! Thanks to our sponsors, we are delighted to be able to offer a hamper full of ethically-sourced goodies to the winner of this year’s award, as well as a nifty-looking trophy! A Big Shout Out to Previous … Continue reading Ada Scotland Inspiring Teacher Award 2023

Past Activities, Students, Teachers

Ada Scotland Inspiring Teacher Award 2022

14 September 202221 May 2023 matt

Do you know a teacher in Scotland who has gone the extra mile to encourage girls to get into computing?

Perhaps someone who’s inspired their female pupils in class, run a coding club for girls, or simply had some extra words of encouragement for a female pupil with an interest in computers?

If so, please nominate them for the Ada Scotland Inspiring Teacher Award 2022! Continue reading Ada Scotland Inspiring Teacher Award 2022

Apprentices, Graduates, Parents, Past Events, Students, Teachers

Ada Scotland Festival Launch Event 2022

7 August 202221 May 2023 matt

Join us for the launch of the Ada Scotland Festival 2022, hosted by our Headline Sponsor, Barclays!

14:00 Wednesday 12 October 2022 Continue reading Ada Scotland Festival Launch Event 2022

Competitions, Past Activities

Games coding books up for grabs!

26 October 202121 May 2023 matt

Thanks to author Craig Steele we have six copies of his amazing book Ultimate Gamer: Career Mode to give away! Continue reading Games coding books up for grabs!

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Tech Careers – Women in Computing and IT

14 October 202121 May 2023 matt

Check out this brilliant video from Dumfries and Galloway College, featuring: Mike Jefferson
(Commercial Director, ECO), Heather Anderson (Vice-Principal, Curriculum, Borders College), Joanna Campbell (Principal, Dumfries and Galloway College), and Jane Morrison-Ross (CEO, South of Scotland Enterprise). Continue reading Tech Careers – Women in Computing and IT

Past Activities, Students, Teachers

Ada Scotland Inspiring Teacher Award 2021

11 October 202121 May 2023 matt

Update: The nominations are in! The shortlist of nominated teachers is as follows… Jacqueline Campbell – Linlithgow Academy Graeme Colley – Arbroath Academy Ms Craig – St. Thomas Aquinas RC Secondary School Mr Gibson – Shawlands Academy Fraser Christie – St Paul’s RC Academy Maggie Tuohy – Douglas Academy Mrs Mitchell – Mearns Primary School And the winner of the Ada Scotland Inspiring Teacher Award 2021 is… Jacqueline Campbell at Linlithgow Academy Congratulations Ms Campbell! A hamper of ethically-sourced goodies is on its way to you now, courtesy of our sponsors, VeryConnect, Morgan Stanley, and Autorek. Here’s a flavour of … Continue reading Ada Scotland Inspiring Teacher Award 2021

Past Activities, Students

Poster Competition

11 October 202121 May 2023 matt

We are excited to launch our poster competition in association with dressCode and Barclays. The competition Pupils have to design their own Choose Computing Science poster. You can submit entries to via the Google form here: bit.ly/AdaScotPoster2021 Important to … Continue reading Poster Competition

Partner

Barclays

7 August 202124 September 2022 matt

Barclays remains focussed on improving gender diversity through a workplace environment and culture that supports and empowers women and men across the organisation to attract and retain women at all levels. From hiring the UK’s first ever female bank manager … Continue reading Barclays

Partner

dressCode

1 February 20216 August 2021 matt

We aspire to make a dent in the Computing Science gender gap; with the aim of engaging, inspiring and raising awareness of opportunities in the world of tech. Here is dressCode founder, Toni Scullion, speaking as part of the Ada … Continue reading dressCode

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Ada Scotland Inspiring Teacher Award 2020

22 October 202011 October 2021 matt

Do you know a teacher in Scotland who has gone the extra mile to encourage girls to get into computing?

Perhaps someone who’s inspired their female pupils in class, run a coding club for girls, or simply had some extra words of encouragement for a female pupil with an interest in computers? Continue reading Ada Scotland Inspiring Teacher Award 2020

Partner

Morgan Stanley

13 October 20206 August 2021 matt

Morgan Stanley is a leading global financial services firm providing a wide range of investment banking, securities, wealth management and investment management services. With offices in more than 41 countries, the Firm’s employees serve clients worldwide including corporations, governments, institutions and individuals. For further information about Morgan Stanley, please visit www.morganstanley.com. Links Twitter Instagram LinkedIn Continue reading Morgan Stanley

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STEM Career Focus – Head Resourcing

13 October 20206 August 2021 matt

Layla Abdulrahman from Head Resourcing shares her insights on things to think about and how to make informed decisions now. If you’re not sure what options there are in the world of tech, Layla helps unpick the detail behind some … Continue reading STEM Career Focus – Head Resourcing

Apprentices, Graduates, Past Activities, Students

University of Dundee

13 October 202021 May 2023 matt

New for 2021! University of Dundee students and researchers share how they use computers in their work, and what they’re excited to see computers do next Staff and students from the University of Dundee talk about their female role models … Continue reading University of Dundee

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Ada Scotland Schools Giveaway – Part 2!

10 October 20206 August 2021 matt

We’re giving teachers in Scotland another chance to win a bundle of excellent ada.scot merchandise for their schools! The bundles include t-shirts (in kids’ sizes), badges, and water bottles. How to enter Teachers can enter the giveaway in two ways… … Continue reading Ada Scotland Schools Giveaway – Part 2!

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Video – Glasgow Women in Computing Science

9 October 20206 August 2021 matt

Hear from three inspiring women from the University of Glasgow’s School of Computing Science! Continue reading Video – Glasgow Women in Computing Science

Past Events

Talk from Theresa McComisky, Distinguished Engineer at Barclays

9 October 20206 August 2021 matt

Hear from the inspirational Theresa McComisky, Head of Open Source Adoption and Distinguished Engineer at Barclays.

LIVE: 10:00 Wednesday 14 October Continue reading Talk from Theresa McComisky, Distinguished Engineer at Barclays

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SWiT Cisco Academy

9 October 20206 August 2021 matt

Scotland Women in Technology have partnered with global technology giant, Cisco Systems Inc, to become a Cisco Academy. They offer five free courses in subjects including entrepreneurship, cyber security, Python programming, and Linux. Courses are open for enrollment now! Continue reading SWiT Cisco Academy

Past Events

Why you (and your children) should know about the world of technology

8 October 20206 August 2021 matt

In this presentation you will find out about the fantastic opportunities that exist in the world of technology and how knowing about technology can open up a rewarding career.

LIVE: 17:00 Thursday 15 October 2020 Continue reading Why you (and your children) should know about the world of technology

Partner

J.P. Morgan

8 October 20206 August 2021 matt

The J.P. Morgan Tech for Social Good team lifts up communities around the world through the power of people and technology. Running a variety of different innovative programs, J.P. Morgan is directly addressing the lack of young women choosing technology as an academic career choice. Continue reading J.P. Morgan

Past Events

NatWest Women In Technology

8 October 20206 August 2021 matt

Join members of the NatWest Women in Tech network, as we discuss our various pathways into working in technology and the exciting career and development opportunities that are available when working for one of the largest financial services groups.

LIVE: 14:00-15:00 Thursday 15 October 2020 Continue reading NatWest Women In Technology

Past Events

Building Confidence in Girls – Baroness Goudie & Melissa Di Donato

8 October 20206 August 2021 matt

Learn about the importance of female confidence in this live Q&A, brought to you by Inner Wings in collaboration with Ada Scotland Festival.

LIVE: 14:30 – 15:00 Wednesday 14 October 2020 Continue reading Building Confidence in Girls – Baroness Goudie & Melissa Di Donato

Previous Partners

NatWest Group

8 October 202028 September 2023 matt

NatWest Group is a financial services company. We provide a wide range of services to personal, commercial, large corporate and institutional customers. Our aim is simple. To build a purpose-led bank that embraces the future. We champion potential. Making sure … Continue reading NatWest Group

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School of Simulation and Visualisation @ The Glasgow School of Art

7 October 202010 October 2021 matt

The School of Simulation and Visualisation at The Glasgow School of Art is active in research and teaching, creatively exploiting the interface between science, technology and the arts. As an interdisciplinary technology based department within one of the world’s leading … Continue reading School of Simulation and Visualisation @ The Glasgow School of Art

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Scotland Women in Technology (SwiT)

7 October 20206 August 2021 matt

Scotland Women in Technology (SWiT) exists to celebrate, champion and invest in women in the technology sector in Scotland. Championing diversity, inclusion and gender equality in technology is at the heart of what we do. Our commitment to equality is one of the driving forces behind our partnership with Cisco Academy. Continue reading Scotland Women in Technology (SwiT)

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Cisco Scotland at the Ada Lovelace Festival

6 October 20206 August 2021 matt

We’re delighted to support the inaugural Ada Lovelace Festival in Scotland! Visit our site to hear from inspirational Women in Cisco Scotland explaining what they do in their roles and how they reached that role. https://cisco.onemobshare.com/p/udyoev5akxqhl2w Continue reading Cisco Scotland at the Ada Lovelace Festival

Previous Partners

Cisco

6 October 202028 September 2023 matt

#WeAreCisco, where each person is unique, but we bring our talents to work as a team and make a difference powering an inclusive future for all. We embrace digital, and help our customers implement change in their digital businesses. Some … Continue reading Cisco

Past Events

Leadership Style Quiz

3 October 20206 August 2021 matt

Do you love to take a quiz, like on social media and in magazines? Join our leadership style quiz event and you’ll be able to take a quiz matching you to your leadership style.

LIVE: 14:30 Thursday 15 October 2020 Continue reading Leadership Style Quiz

Past Events

Lessons to my teenage self

3 October 20206 August 2021 matt

Whilst we all learn from our mistakes, it’s even better to learn from other people’s! This is your opportunity to hear the experiences of young women who have started a career related to tech.

LIVE: 15:30 Thursday 15 October Continue reading Lessons to my teenage self

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Ada Lovelace Festival Scottish Government Workshop

2 October 20206 August 2021 matt

Women who work in Digital, Data and Technology professions across Scottish Government discuss their career pathways and what they love about their jobs! Here are some of the outputs from the workshop… Continue reading Ada Lovelace Festival Scottish Government Workshop

Past Events

My Story – Mahum Khan (Women in Games Ambassador)

2 October 20206 August 2021 matt

Mahum Khan is the Lead Quality Assurance engineer for Arthur Technologies. She specializes in Game development pipelines, Unity real-time engine and Virtual Reality Technologies.

LIVE 16:00-17:00 Thursday 15 October Continue reading My Story – Mahum Khan (Women in Games Ambassador)

Previous Partners

Head Resourcing

2 October 202028 September 2023 matt

Celebrating Women in STEM We believe that careers within STEM areas, specifically Technology, are both stimulating and rewarding for women. There is a strong history of female minds leading the way in computing and there is a visible renaissance of … Continue reading Head Resourcing

Partner

BCSWomen

1 October 20206 August 2021 matt

BCSWomen is there to be the inclusive support that girls and women need for their journey in tech. We are a global network; we welcome everyone to what we do, and we build empowering support and education programmes with women … Continue reading BCSWomen

Past Events

Women in Computing – Dr Carol Marsh

1 October 20206 August 2021 matt

Many fascinating women have worked in computing since Ada Lovelace’s first ground-breaking work in computer programming.

In this talk by Dr Carol Marsh, Deputy Head of Electronics Engineering at Leonardo, we will learn about some of the women whose work still directly affects us today.

LIVE: 19:00 Wednesday 14 October 2020 Continue reading Women in Computing – Dr Carol Marsh

Past Events

Talk and Q&A with Helen Sandison, an engineer from CENSIS

1 October 20206 August 2021 matt

LIVE: 16:00 Tuesday 20 October 2020 Continue reading Talk and Q&A with Helen Sandison, an engineer from CENSIS

Previous Partners

CENSIS

1 October 202028 September 2023 matt

CENSIS is Scotland’s Innovation Centre for Sensing, Imaging and Internet of Things (IoT). CENSIS supports and works with private companies and public sector organisations to develop new applications and accelerate innovation of sensing, imaging and IoT technologies. We also support … Continue reading CENSIS

Past Events

My World of Work Live! Game Design

29 September 202011 August 2021 matt

Using Microsoft Makecode, create your very own video game. Pick up some coding skills and learn about the careers that this can lead to!

LIVE: 14:00 Wednesday 14 October 2020 Continue reading My World of Work Live! Game Design

Partner

Skills Development Scotland

29 September 202012 August 2021 matt

My World of Work Live! Delivering interactive activities, helping young people learn about their skills in technology and the future world of work. Continue reading Skills Development Scotland

Partner

Glasgow University Society for Women in Tech (GU SWiTCH)

29 September 202010 October 2021 matt

Established in 2017, the Glasgow University Society for Women in Tech (GU SWiTCH) organise a wide range of events including tech talks, workshops and socials with a focus on supporting women interested in technology. GU SWiTCH is open to all … Continue reading Glasgow University Society for Women in Tech (GU SWiTCH)

Past Events

Q&A with Barclays’ Software Engineering Graduate Apprentices

29 September 20206 August 2021 matt

Join Kathleen West and Laura Nixon from Barclays to hear about their experience of working for one of the world’s most recognisable financial institutions while studying for a Software Engineering degree with the University of Glasgow.

LIVE: 16:00-17:00 Tuesday 13 October 2020 Continue reading Q&A with Barclays’ Software Engineering Graduate Apprentices

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Tech Tuesdays

29 September 20206 August 2021 matt

Free 30 min online tech lessons for kids from Tech We Can! Each lesson is on a different topic – including Tech for Sport, Tech for History and Tech for Travel – and they are led by a qualified teacher, … Continue reading Tech Tuesdays

Partner

Tech She Can

29 September 202028 September 2023 matt

Our mission is to inspire more children, especially girls, to see the possibility that a career in technology can bring and boost the diversity of future … Continue reading Tech She Can

Partner

Glasgow City Innovation District

27 September 202014 September 2021 matt

Scotland’s first innovation district, Glasgow City Innovation District brings together ambitious, forward-thinking people focused on tackling societal and global challenges and driving inclusive economic growth and is the Hub for Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Collaboration. Continue reading Glasgow City Innovation District

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Data Science for Schools

27 September 20206 August 2021 matt

The Data Lab hopes to inspire you to find out more about the power data has to solve problems and bring benefits to all organisations at all levels. Why learn about Data Science? Even if you don’t want to be a data scientist, understanding data science and how it can affect our daily lives is just as important. Pupil’s Portal Let’s go! Teacher’s Portal Find out more Continue reading Data Science for Schools

Partner

The Data Lab

27 September 20202 September 2021 matt

The Data Lab’s mission is to help Scotland maximise value from data and lead the world to a data powered future. We believe that collaboration is the key to unlocking data’s potential. Scotland’s thriving data science community is already proving … Continue reading The Data Lab

Past Events

QuantumBlack Career Session

26 September 20206 August 2021 matt

An hour session introducing a Software Engineer, a Front End Engineer, a Data Engineer and a Data Scientist from QuantumBlack in a series of 4 short talks.

LIVE: 13:00-14:00 Wednesday 14 October 2020 Continue reading QuantumBlack Career Session

Previous Partners

QuantumBlack

26 September 202028 September 2023 matt

QuantumBlack is an advanced analytics firm operating at the intersection of strategy, technology and design to improve performance outcomes for organisations. We are committed to improving … Continue reading QuantumBlack

Previous Partners

Robotical

26 September 202023 September 2022 matt

Marty the Robot has been designed for all to enjoy – personalising Marty is a key part of the journey. At Robotical’s core is a mission to make learning come alive. We do this to better equip and inspire future … Continue reading Robotical

Past Events

Abertay University & Abertay Ethical Hacking Society

25 September 20206 August 2021 matt

Dr Natalie Coull, Head of Division of Cybersecurity and Sarah Cunningham, 4th year Ethical Hacking student and President of the Abertay Ethical Hacking Society will discuss their paths through education and work experience.

LIVE: 10:00 Friday 16 October 2020 Continue reading Abertay University & Abertay Ethical Hacking Society

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Campaign for Wellbeing Digital Challenge

25 September 20206 August 2021 matt

Mora Consulting and Scotland’s Enterprising Schools are currently run by females who have experience of the tech industry. Both are passionate about encouraging females into digital technologies by offering a range of learning experiences which support this aim whilst developing … Continue reading Campaign for Wellbeing Digital Challenge

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Ask the Expert: Monica Richardson

24 September 202021 May 2023 matt

The inspirational Monica Richardson will answer your questions. Are you wondering what it’s like studying Computing Science at Uni or work in industry? Continue reading Ask the Expert: Monica Richardson

Previous Partners

Forrit

24 September 202028 September 2023 matt

In the world we live in today, the only constant is change. At Forrit we help our clients deliver digital experiences around the globe that entertain, educate, inform and inspire. Since 2014 we’ve been on a mission to give everyone … Continue reading Forrit

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YES Digital Enterprise Challenge

24 September 20206 August 2021 matt

26th – 30th October 2020 A partnership between Young Enterprise Scotland & Scotland’s Enterprising Schools. Supported by The Scottish Tech Army. Inspiring young people to consider careers in digital technology, this exciting interdisciplinary challenge emphasises tech for good and the … Continue reading YES Digital Enterprise Challenge

Partner

Young Enterprise Scotland

24 September 20206 August 2021 matt

Young Enterprise Scotland (YES) is a registered charity that has been working to inspire and equip young people to learn and succeed through enterprise in Scotland for over 25 years. Inspiring young people to consider careers in digital technology, this exciting interdisciplinary challenge emphasises tech for good and the opportunities and obstacles of running a business. Continue reading Young Enterprise Scotland

Past Events

CodeBase LevelUp: Digital Skills 4 Girls

24 September 20206 August 2021 matt

Two LevelUp Digital Skills 4 Girls workshops to increase learning in programming concepts, develop computer skills and hear from women working in the world of tech about how they got started.

LIVE: 17:00-18:00 Tuesday 13 October 2020 Continue reading CodeBase LevelUp: Digital Skills 4 Girls

Previous Partners

CodeBase

24 September 202021 September 2022 matt

Digital Skills 4 Girls CodeBase is a technology community that is dedicated to building tech businesses and promoting digital inclusion. We’ve partnered with Creative Informatics to … Continue reading CodeBase

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Scottish Government

22 September 202012 August 2021 matt

Scottish Government aligns with the Digital, Data and Technology Profession Capability Framework. This Capability Framework describes the job roles in the Digital, Data and Technology (DDaT) Profession and provides details of the skills needed to work at each role level. … Continue reading Scottish Government

Previous Partners

Mora Consulting

17 September 202023 September 2022 matt

Our founder Angela Porte has 25+ years experience in senior Technology and Commercial roles, and is passionate about improving diversity within the Technology profession. She created a series of free digital challenges which demonstrate the wide variety of roles available, … Continue reading Mora Consulting

Partner

Girl Geek Scotland

17 September 20206 August 2021 matt

We’re a volunteer community aimed at women working and studying in tech, creativity and related sectors in Scotland. We run workshops and events, and give opportunities … Continue reading Girl Geek Scotland

Partner

Women in Games

16 September 202014 September 2021 matt

Mahum Khan (Women in Games Ambassador) About Mahum Mahum Khan is the Lead Quality Assurance engineer for Arthur Technologies. She specializes in Game development pipelines, Unity real-time engine and Virtual Reality Technologies. Her products have been featured multiple times by Oculus … Continue reading Women in Games

Previous Partners

Inner Wings

16 September 202028 September 2023 matt

Inner Wings is a charitable foundation dedicated to inspiring and empowering girls of all ages, through building confidence. Our programmes include role modelling and public speaking workshops, and we are also releasing a series of children’s books written by our founder and CEO of SUSE, Melissa Di Donato. https://www.innerwings.org/ Continue reading Inner Wings