Our daughters are excelling academically, often outperforming boys across nearly every educational metric. Yet, when it comes time to choose a university path, a clear divide emerges. In Spain, while women dominate fields like health and social services at 73%, they make up a mere 17% of computer science students. It is a striking imbalance that steers many talented women away from the fastest-growing industries.
Research suggests that deeply ingrained social norms and stereotypes are the culprits here, pushing students toward traditional roles despite equal ability. Now, artificial intelligence adds another layer of uncertainty, as we struggle to predict which careers will offer the best stability. We need to bridge this gap so women aren’t left behind in the future job market.