Stories of Impact: Leading Women Uniting to Shape an Inclusive Web3 Future // Futurist 2024

Join leading women in Web3 as they share strategies for building an inclusive future through mentorship, community building, and leadership in the blockchain space.

Key takeaways
  • Women bring diverse perspectives and inclusive decision-making to Web3, leading to more innovative solutions and better user experiences

  • Key challenges include gender bias, underrepresentation, and balancing family responsibilities with career growth in a male-dominated industry

  • Finding mentors and building supportive women-focused communities is crucial for helping newcomers navigate the Web3 space

  • Women excel at multitasking and communication, bringing valuable soft skills that complement technical expertise in blockchain projects

  • Flexibility of remote/hybrid work in Web3 helps women balance professional and personal responsibilities

  • Consistent participation and visibility in spaces like Twitter, conferences, and community events helps build credibility and trust

  • Education and simplified explanations are important for onboarding more women into the space, especially those from non-technical backgrounds

  • Active representation and leadership from women helps create welcoming environments and provides role models for others

  • Building both weak bonds (acquaintances bringing novel opportunities) and strong bonds (close support network) is valuable for career growth

  • Identifying personal passions and existing transferable skills helps women find their unique path in Web3