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Girls’ interest in tech doesn’t disappear because they lack ambition — it often drops off because the pathways are unclear, access is uneven, and entry-level opportunities are shrinking.

In this interview Rebecca Uffindell talks to Emily Hall-Strutt, Director of Next Tech Girls. She breaks down what’s really driving early disengagement — and what employers can do beyond pledges and recruitment targets to build a stronger, more inclusive talent pipeline.

We cover:

The stereotypes that still shape who “belongs” in tech
Why “tech = coding” makes the industry feel inaccessible
Why visibility matters — but structural opportunity matters just as much
The financial barriers (unpaid placements, travel, food) that quietly exclude talent
Why reducing junior roles breaks the future pipeline — especially as AI changes work
Practical steps employers can take: policies, culture, paid pathways, apprenticeships

If you’re hiring, building early careers programmes, or serious about long-term inclusion, this is the conversation to watch.