Starling Bank Sponsors Summer Code First Girls Degree

Starling Bank has announced its sponsorship of places on the summer Code First Girls degree program. This will provide free education and employment opportunities for women and non-binary individuals in the technology sector. Through this initiative, Starling aims to support diversity and gender parity in the tech industry by offering full-time roles in its engineering and technology teams upon program completion.

Also, the partnership between Starling Bank and Code First Girls underscores a broader industry trend toward fostering gender diversity in technology. Starling Bank joins other financial institutions, such as Lloyds Banking Group, in actively participating in initiatives aimed at attracting and supporting female tech talent.

Starling Bank Sponsors Summer Code First Girls Degree

Also, Becci Freeman, Starling’s senior people partner, emphasized the bank’s commitment to increasing the representation of women in banking and technology. Freeman highlighted the success of Starling’s efforts, noting that the bank has surpassed its target of 40% women in senior positions.

Lloyds Banking Group, another participant in the initiative, echoed the importance of diversity in its workforce. They aim for 50% representation of women in senior roles by 2025. The collaboration with Code First Girls reflects a shared commitment to encouraging and supporting females in tech careers.

The initiative comes at a critical time when efforts to bridge the gender gap in technology are gaining momentum globally. Code First Girls, known for its free coding courses tailored for women and non-binary individuals, has seen significant growth and impact in empowering women to pursue careers in tech.

Starling Bank’s involvement in sponsoring Code First Girls’ programs aligns with its broader mission of promoting inclusivity and providing equal opportunities for all genders. The bank’s support extends beyond financial sponsorship, as it actively participates in events and mentoring programs to further support women and non-binary individuals in the industry.

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