Adele Whelan, senior research officer, Economic & Social Research Institute; Maura Moore-McCune, student, The King’s Hospital School, and developer, VIMPOD, Visually Impaired Person’s Moving Object Detector; Alessandra Sala, co-chair, UNESCO Women for Ethical AI
The world of technology is rapidly evolving and offers exciting opportunities for future careers. At the forefront of encouraging young women into STEM is Maura Moore McCune, whose work is highlighted in the Business Post article, Inspiring the Next Generation of Female Tech Bros.
Maura has been breaking down barriers in a traditionally male-dominated tech industry, challenging stereotypes and creating a more inclusive environment for young women. By sharing her journey, insights and experiences, she is inspiring the next generation of female innovators to explore careers in computing, engineering, data science and entrepreneurship.
The article emphasises how role models like Maura make a real difference — showing that success in technology is not limited by gender and that women can thrive in leadership and technical roles. Through mentorship and visibility, Maura is helping to spark curiosity, confidence and ambition among young women considering STEM careers.
As a school community, we are proud to celebrate Maura’s achievements and are committed to supporting all our students to explore technology with creativity, confidence and ambition. Her example reminds us that innovation thrives when diverse voices are included and celebrated.
🔗 Read the full Business Post article here: Inspiring the Next Generation of Female Tech Bros
