Web3 Community Shines a Spotlight on Women’s Achievements
March has been a month of celebration and recognition for women in the web3 community. In honor of Women’s History Month, various initiatives have emerged to highlight the accomplishments and contributions of women in the field. These efforts not only aim to achieve gender balance but also to foster diversity, fresh perspectives, and new approaches within the web3 sector. By increasing awareness and representation of women, the community hopes to create more equitable economic opportunities, build inclusive communities, and ensure that technology serves the needs of all.
Diversity Drives Web3 Growth
Monica Talán, Founder and Contributor at CryptoConexión, a Spanish-language web3 platform, emphasizes that raising awareness for women in web3 goes beyond achieving gender balance. Talán believes that highlighting women in the sector will expand the talent pool and bring in fresh perspectives and approaches. This diversity will lead to more equitable economic opportunities, inclusive communities, and technology that serves everyone’s needs.
- Women currently hold about 26% of all jobs in the crypto industry.
- Only about 6% of top leadership roles are held by women.
- 94% of CEOs in the crypto industry are male.
Talán shares that CryptoConexión has seen success in promoting diversity by shifting the perspective from expecting women to adapt to web3 to understanding that web3 must evolve to embrace women. By spotlighting Latinas contributing to the web3 sector during Women’s History Month, CryptoConexión aims to inspire more Latinas to join web3 and create a more inclusive digital future.
Sandy Carter, COO at Unstoppable Domains, a web3 domain platform, also recognizes the innovative contributions of women in the crypto sector. Unstoppable Domains hosted an event focused on “the power of tokenization and women” on International Women’s Day. The event featured guests who have made significant contributions to the intersection of web3, AI, and women empowerment.
Celebrating Women in The Metaverse
While efforts to spotlight women’s achievements continue, the Metaverse has become a popular platform for women-focused events. Decentraland Foundation’s “Art Week” and “MESHfair” provide opportunities to showcase the art of talented women in a virtual environment.
- MESHfair features 16 women artists out of 32 international artists selected to exhibit their new works.
Bay Backner, founder of MESHfair, highlights the importance of connecting artists working in virtual reality (VR) with galleries and collectors. VR works are still underrepresented in traditional art fairs and influential NFT collections. By providing a platform for artists in this format, MESHfair aims to address this gender gap and support women artists in shaping the future of art.
Women in Web3 Continue to be Highlighted
As Women’s History Month comes to an end, initiatives to encourage women’s participation in web3 will persist. Simplifying web3 concepts and platforms is crucial in making the sector more approachable for women. Initiatives such as SheFi, Unstoppable Women of web3, HER DAO, Black Women Blockchain Council, and the Association for Women in Crypto play a vital role in demystifying the space and providing education, resources, and community support.
- “WAGMI LATAM” collaborates with communities like Cripto Curiosas, WomenBiz, WEDAO LATAM, WARMI, Mujeres en Crypto, and Metagals to create local and regional inclusive environments in Latin America.
Looking ahead, upcoming projects like Decentraland Gaming Week and The Censored Art Show will further support diverse creators and digital artists impacted by censorship or shadowbanning. These initiatives aim to amplify the work of women entrepreneurs and creatives in VR and promote their discoverability.
- Censorship disproportionately affects women and minority digital artists.
Unstoppable Domains plans to expand its educational initiatives, offering workshops, courses, mentorship programs tailored for women, networking events, and safe spaces for discussions. By providing ongoing support and connections, Unstoppable Domains aims to increase women’s involvement in web3 and the broader tech industry.
Hot Take: Women’s History Month Empowers Women in Web3
The web3 community has made significant efforts during Women’s History Month to recognize and celebrate the achievements of women. By spotlighting women in web3, the community aims to foster diversity, fresh perspectives, and new approaches within the sector. While progress has been made, there is still work to be done in achieving gender equality and inclusivity.
Efforts like CryptoConexión’s spotlight on Latinas contributing to web3 and Unstoppable Domain’s focus on empowering women demonstrate the commitment of the web3 community to support and uplift women in the industry. By continuing these initiatives beyond Women’s History Month, the community hopes to create a more equitable and inclusive future for all in web3.
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