GITNUXREPORT 2025

Diversity, Equity, And Inclusion In The Information Technology Industry Statistics

Diversity improves innovation, but representation remains inadequate in tech industry.

Jannik Linder

Co-Founder of Gitnux, specialized in content and tech since 2016.

First published: April 29, 2025

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Only about 3% of venture capital funding went to women-led startups in 2021

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Investment in Black-led tech startups increased by over 50% in 2022, but still remains less than 2% of total VC funding

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Female-led startups in tech are 35% more likely to attract funding when founders are publicly outspoken about diversity

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Only 23% of companies have a dedicated budget for diversity and inclusion initiatives

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38% of underrepresented employees in tech experience financial disparities, partly due to lack of transparency

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Ethnic and racial minorities account for around 15% of the tech workforce in the US

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The percentage of Black workers in the tech industry is approximately 7%

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Tech industry diversity programs have increased representation of minorities by an average of 9% over three years

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14% of tech executives are from underrepresented racial or ethnic groups

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Only 11% of open source contributions come from underrepresented groups

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The percentage of Hispanic women in STEM roles is approximately 10%

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Only 21% of tech conference speakers are women or from underrepresented groups, suggesting need for greater representation

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Less than 5% of technology patents are held by women or minorities, indicating innovation disparities

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Only 20% of senior leadership roles in tech companies are held by women

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Companies with diverse leadership are 33% more likely to outperform their peers on profitability

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Less than 10% of the top 100 tech CEOs worldwide are women

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The share of women in leadership roles in global tech companies is approximately 14%

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Minorities account for only 9% of executive positions in major tech firms

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The percentage of women in cybersecurity leadership roles is approximately 11%

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Only 8% of executives responsible for tech innovation are women

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Diversity initiatives that include mentorship have increased minority representation in leadership by 12% over five years

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20% of TechWomen initiatives focus specifically on increasing women in leadership positions, based on industry reports

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48% of minority women in tech experience leadership exclusion, impacting career growth

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Only 11% of CTOs or CIOs in tech companies are women, showing industry leadership gender gap

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22% of tech startups are led by founders from marginalized communities, a rise from previous years

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60% of tech companies have implemented unconscious bias training, but only 30% see measurable results

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Nearly 80% of tech companies have implemented some form of DEI training, but only 40% assess its effectiveness

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Companies that invest in inclusive leadership training see a 7% increase in employee satisfaction

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80% of tech firms recognize the importance of cultural competency, but only 40% actively train employees in it

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55% of tech HR professionals believe that unconscious bias significantly influences hiring decisions, yet only 35% receive bias mitigation training

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Women hold approximately 25% of computing-related jobs globally

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Women in tech earn on average 3-4% less than their male counterparts globally

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68% of technology executives believe their company's DEI efforts have positively impacted innovation

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LGBTQ+ representation in the tech industry is estimated at around 5%

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82% of tech workers believe their companies should do more to address inclusion

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About 35% of women in tech experience sexual harassment in the workplace

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The retention rate for diverse employees in tech is 20% lower than for non-diverse employees

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Initiatives aimed at increasing gender diversity in tech have resulted in a 10-15% growth in female hiring over five years

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45% of STEM graduates in the US are women, but only 26% of software developers are women

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Nearly 70% of companies report difficulty in recruiting diverse talent

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55% of minority tech employees report experiencing microaggressions at work

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Women make up around 13% of cybersecurity roles globally

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Only 16% of open source contributors are women

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About 25% of AI researchers are women, but the majority of AI systems exhibit gender bias

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The percentage of tech startups with diverse founding teams is approximately 19%

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40% of Hispanics in tech report facing discrimination or bias at work

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Women in tech are 45% more likely to leave their jobs within the first two years if they experience bias or discrimination

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Only 7% of AI and machine learning researchers are women

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51% of tech companies have no formal diversity hiring goals

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Approximately 10% of tech positions are filled by people with disabilities

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29% of women in tech report experiencing imposter syndrome, impacting retention and performance

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Companies with inclusive cultures see 2.3 times higher cash flow per employee

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The percentage of women who work in tech roles in emerging markets is around 22%

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78% of tech companies offer ERGs (Employee Resource Groups) for underrepresented groups

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About 33% of tech workers feel that their company adequately promotes DEI initiatives

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60% of underrepresented groups in tech have witnessed or experienced bias in hiring processes

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The median age of tech employees is around 39 years, with diversity increasing among younger cohorts

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54% of LGBTQ+ employees in tech hide their identity at work, citing fear of discrimination

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80% of companies indicate they are actively working to improve diversity, but only 25% have concrete, measurable goals

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In 2022, only 18% of tech internships were awarded to minority candidates

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40% of tech industry employees say their organizations are not doing enough to support mental health, with DEI being a key component

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The number of women in AI roles increased by over 20% between 2018 and 2022

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Only 12% of tech companies have comprehensive DEI policies explicitly covering all underrepresented groups

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Around 29% of tech workers with disabilities report facing workplace accessibility barriers

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47% of minority tech employees report they do not see enough career advancement opportunities

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63% of tech hiring managers believe that their companies' DEI efforts are not sufficient

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Nearly 80% of teens interested in tech careers are motivated by inclusivity and diversity efforts

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25% of STEM students from minority backgrounds say they experience isolation in their programs

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Companies with diverse teams are 1.8 times more likely to develop innovative products

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Only 23% of women in tech believe their workplace adequately supports gender diversity

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About 50% of LGBTQ+ tech employees report experiencing workplace discrimination or bias

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66% of organizations acknowledge that unconscious bias impacts their hiring decisions

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The global average representation of women in AI is under 20%

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58% of companies report difficulty in retaining minority employees

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72% of tech firms have initiated at least one DEI program or initiative

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Women in tech roles are 2.5 times more likely to leave due to workplace bias or discrimination

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60% of tech industry employees wish their companies would do more to increase inclusivity

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40% of HR leaders in tech agree that diversity initiatives lead to better financial performance

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Less than 15% of technical mentorship programs are focused on underrepresented groups

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65% of tech employees believe that increased diversity would improve their company’s performance

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Teams with inclusive cultures are 35% more likely to meet or exceed financial targets

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20% of people with disabilities are employed in tech sectors compared to 40% in other industries

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70% of organizations report that their DEI initiatives have increased employee engagement

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Around 45% of tech employees have experienced burnout, with underrepresented groups being disproportionately affected

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52% of tech firms have employee resource groups focusing on racial, gender, or LGBTQ+ issues

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The median salary for women in tech roles is approximately 85% of their male counterparts

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The percentage of tech startups founded by women remains around 20%

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30% of tech workers under 30 identify as LGBTQ+, indicating higher diversity in younger cohorts

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85% of tech companies have at least one DEI policy, but only 35% have an accountability mechanism for it

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Only 15% of leadership training programs in tech are targeted specifically at underrepresented groups

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The percentage of women in data science roles is approximately 28%

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37% of tech employees report that their organization is actively working to improve mental health and well-being through DEI efforts

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The share of tech roles filled by veterans is about 8%, highlighting diversity in experience backgrounds

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55% of tech workers from underrepresented groups would consider leaving if there was no improvement in DEI policies

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Around 70% of tech companies report that DEI initiatives are a key factor in attracting new talent

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The median age of women in tech roles is 36 years, showing an increase with generational shifts

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38% of minority employees in tech have experienced pay disparity, often tied to lack of transparency

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15% of tech startups highlight diversity as a core value in branding and marketing, reflecting broader industry trends

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60% of tech workers believe that more diverse teams would improve customer satisfaction

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25% of employees from underrepresented groups feel they lack mentorship opportunities, impacting career advancement

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80% of companies report that diversity enhances problem-solving capabilities, leading to better product development

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The percentage of women in cloud computing roles is approximately 22%, indicating underrepresentation

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Nearly 50% of tech companies have diversity dashboards but lack transparency in reporting outcomes

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65% of HR leaders believe that inclusive hiring practices lead to better team performance

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Key Highlights

Women hold approximately 25% of computing-related jobs globally
Only about 3% of venture capital funding went to women-led startups in 2021
Ethnic and racial minorities account for around 15% of the tech workforce in the US
Women in tech earn on average 3-4% less than their male counterparts globally
68% of technology executives believe their company's DEI efforts have positively impacted innovation
Only 20% of senior leadership roles in tech companies are held by women
The percentage of Black workers in the tech industry is approximately 7%
LGBTQ+ representation in the tech industry is estimated at around 5%
Companies with diverse leadership are 33% more likely to outperform their peers on profitability
82% of tech workers believe their companies should do more to address inclusion
About 35% of women in tech experience sexual harassment in the workplace
The retention rate for diverse employees in tech is 20% lower than for non-diverse employees
Initiatives aimed at increasing gender diversity in tech have resulted in a 10-15% growth in female hiring over five years

Despite widespread recognition that diversity, equity, and inclusion drive innovation and profitability, the tech industry continues to face significant gaps—from women occupying only 25% of computing jobs and holding less than 15% of executive roles, to racial minorities representing just 15% of the workforce—highlighting a critical need for concrete actions and measurable progress in creating truly inclusive technology environments.

Funding and Investment Disparities

Only about 3% of venture capital funding went to women-led startups in 2021
Investment in Black-led tech startups increased by over 50% in 2022, but still remains less than 2% of total VC funding
Female-led startups in tech are 35% more likely to attract funding when founders are publicly outspoken about diversity
Only 23% of companies have a dedicated budget for diversity and inclusion initiatives
38% of underrepresented employees in tech experience financial disparities, partly due to lack of transparency

Funding and Investment Disparities Interpretation

While the surge in funding for Black-led startups signals progress, the glaring disparity—only about 3% of venture capital going to women-led ventures and a quarter of companies lacking D&I budgets—underscores that the tech industry's diversity efforts are still more talk than action, with underrepresented employees bearing the financial and visibility gaps.

Gender and Racial/Ethnic Representation

Ethnic and racial minorities account for around 15% of the tech workforce in the US
The percentage of Black workers in the tech industry is approximately 7%
Tech industry diversity programs have increased representation of minorities by an average of 9% over three years
14% of tech executives are from underrepresented racial or ethnic groups
Only 11% of open source contributions come from underrepresented groups
The percentage of Hispanic women in STEM roles is approximately 10%
Only 21% of tech conference speakers are women or from underrepresented groups, suggesting need for greater representation
Less than 5% of technology patents are held by women or minorities, indicating innovation disparities

Gender and Racial/Ethnic Representation Interpretation

Despite modest gains driven by diversity initiatives, the underrepresentation of racial minorities and women in tech—from workforce composition to leadership and innovation—reminds us that true inclusion remains an unfinished code requiring urgent debugging.

Leadership and Executive Representation

Only 20% of senior leadership roles in tech companies are held by women
Companies with diverse leadership are 33% more likely to outperform their peers on profitability
Less than 10% of the top 100 tech CEOs worldwide are women
The share of women in leadership roles in global tech companies is approximately 14%
Minorities account for only 9% of executive positions in major tech firms
The percentage of women in cybersecurity leadership roles is approximately 11%
Only 8% of executives responsible for tech innovation are women
Diversity initiatives that include mentorship have increased minority representation in leadership by 12% over five years
20% of TechWomen initiatives focus specifically on increasing women in leadership positions, based on industry reports
48% of minority women in tech experience leadership exclusion, impacting career growth
Only 11% of CTOs or CIOs in tech companies are women, showing industry leadership gender gap
22% of tech startups are led by founders from marginalized communities, a rise from previous years

Leadership and Executive Representation Interpretation

Despite compelling evidence that diverse leadership boosts profitability, women and minorities remain significantly underrepresented in senior tech roles—highlighting that the industry’s progress toward true inclusion still lags behind its potential.

Training and Educational Initiatives

60% of tech companies have implemented unconscious bias training, but only 30% see measurable results
Nearly 80% of tech companies have implemented some form of DEI training, but only 40% assess its effectiveness
Companies that invest in inclusive leadership training see a 7% increase in employee satisfaction
80% of tech firms recognize the importance of cultural competency, but only 40% actively train employees in it
55% of tech HR professionals believe that unconscious bias significantly influences hiring decisions, yet only 35% receive bias mitigation training

Training and Educational Initiatives Interpretation

Despite widespread efforts towards Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in tech, the stark disconnect between investment and measurable impact highlights that without effective evaluation and actionable training, many companies are merely ticking boxes rather than cultivating genuine inclusivity.

Workforce Diversity and Inclusion

Women hold approximately 25% of computing-related jobs globally
Women in tech earn on average 3-4% less than their male counterparts globally
68% of technology executives believe their company's DEI efforts have positively impacted innovation
LGBTQ+ representation in the tech industry is estimated at around 5%
82% of tech workers believe their companies should do more to address inclusion
About 35% of women in tech experience sexual harassment in the workplace
The retention rate for diverse employees in tech is 20% lower than for non-diverse employees
Initiatives aimed at increasing gender diversity in tech have resulted in a 10-15% growth in female hiring over five years
45% of STEM graduates in the US are women, but only 26% of software developers are women
Nearly 70% of companies report difficulty in recruiting diverse talent
55% of minority tech employees report experiencing microaggressions at work
Women make up around 13% of cybersecurity roles globally
Only 16% of open source contributors are women
About 25% of AI researchers are women, but the majority of AI systems exhibit gender bias
The percentage of tech startups with diverse founding teams is approximately 19%
40% of Hispanics in tech report facing discrimination or bias at work
Women in tech are 45% more likely to leave their jobs within the first two years if they experience bias or discrimination
Only 7% of AI and machine learning researchers are women
51% of tech companies have no formal diversity hiring goals
Approximately 10% of tech positions are filled by people with disabilities
29% of women in tech report experiencing imposter syndrome, impacting retention and performance
Companies with inclusive cultures see 2.3 times higher cash flow per employee
The percentage of women who work in tech roles in emerging markets is around 22%
78% of tech companies offer ERGs (Employee Resource Groups) for underrepresented groups
About 33% of tech workers feel that their company adequately promotes DEI initiatives
60% of underrepresented groups in tech have witnessed or experienced bias in hiring processes
The median age of tech employees is around 39 years, with diversity increasing among younger cohorts
54% of LGBTQ+ employees in tech hide their identity at work, citing fear of discrimination
80% of companies indicate they are actively working to improve diversity, but only 25% have concrete, measurable goals
In 2022, only 18% of tech internships were awarded to minority candidates
40% of tech industry employees say their organizations are not doing enough to support mental health, with DEI being a key component
The number of women in AI roles increased by over 20% between 2018 and 2022
Only 12% of tech companies have comprehensive DEI policies explicitly covering all underrepresented groups
Around 29% of tech workers with disabilities report facing workplace accessibility barriers
47% of minority tech employees report they do not see enough career advancement opportunities
63% of tech hiring managers believe that their companies' DEI efforts are not sufficient
Nearly 80% of teens interested in tech careers are motivated by inclusivity and diversity efforts
25% of STEM students from minority backgrounds say they experience isolation in their programs
Companies with diverse teams are 1.8 times more likely to develop innovative products
Only 23% of women in tech believe their workplace adequately supports gender diversity
About 50% of LGBTQ+ tech employees report experiencing workplace discrimination or bias
66% of organizations acknowledge that unconscious bias impacts their hiring decisions
The global average representation of women in AI is under 20%
58% of companies report difficulty in retaining minority employees
72% of tech firms have initiated at least one DEI program or initiative
Women in tech roles are 2.5 times more likely to leave due to workplace bias or discrimination
60% of tech industry employees wish their companies would do more to increase inclusivity
40% of HR leaders in tech agree that diversity initiatives lead to better financial performance
Less than 15% of technical mentorship programs are focused on underrepresented groups
65% of tech employees believe that increased diversity would improve their company’s performance
Teams with inclusive cultures are 35% more likely to meet or exceed financial targets
20% of people with disabilities are employed in tech sectors compared to 40% in other industries
70% of organizations report that their DEI initiatives have increased employee engagement
Around 45% of tech employees have experienced burnout, with underrepresented groups being disproportionately affected
52% of tech firms have employee resource groups focusing on racial, gender, or LGBTQ+ issues
The median salary for women in tech roles is approximately 85% of their male counterparts
The percentage of tech startups founded by women remains around 20%
30% of tech workers under 30 identify as LGBTQ+, indicating higher diversity in younger cohorts
85% of tech companies have at least one DEI policy, but only 35% have an accountability mechanism for it
Only 15% of leadership training programs in tech are targeted specifically at underrepresented groups
The percentage of women in data science roles is approximately 28%
37% of tech employees report that their organization is actively working to improve mental health and well-being through DEI efforts
The share of tech roles filled by veterans is about 8%, highlighting diversity in experience backgrounds
55% of tech workers from underrepresented groups would consider leaving if there was no improvement in DEI policies
Around 70% of tech companies report that DEI initiatives are a key factor in attracting new talent
The median age of women in tech roles is 36 years, showing an increase with generational shifts
38% of minority employees in tech have experienced pay disparity, often tied to lack of transparency
15% of tech startups highlight diversity as a core value in branding and marketing, reflecting broader industry trends
60% of tech workers believe that more diverse teams would improve customer satisfaction
25% of employees from underrepresented groups feel they lack mentorship opportunities, impacting career advancement
80% of companies report that diversity enhances problem-solving capabilities, leading to better product development
The percentage of women in cloud computing roles is approximately 22%, indicating underrepresentation
Nearly 50% of tech companies have diversity dashboards but lack transparency in reporting outcomes
65% of HR leaders believe that inclusive hiring practices lead to better team performance

Workforce Diversity and Inclusion Interpretation

Despite significant awareness and some progress, the tech industry's persistent underrepresentation, wage gaps, and workplace bias reveal that diversity, equity, and inclusion remain ambitious goals rather than normalized standards—yet, with nearly three-quarters of startups recognizing DEI as vital for competitiveness, the industry stands at a pivotal crossroads where concrete action and measurable accountability could turn silos into inclusive pipelines.