Women in IT: opening doors in the digital economy
Technology is one of the most open doors for women in Bangladesh — flexible, skills-based and global. Here is how we can widen that door for the next generation.
In this article
When I founded Infosystem Technology, I wanted to build a company where skill matters more than background. Technology makes that possible. Software, digital marketing, design and IT-enabled services reward what you can do, and much of the work can be done from anywhere.
Why IT is a natural fit
- Skills over credentials: a strong portfolio can open doors faster than a degree alone.
- Flexibility: remote and hybrid work help women balance careers with family responsibilities.
- Global reach: a developer or designer in Dhaka can serve clients across the world.
The barriers that remain
Women are still under-represented in technical roles and in tech leadership. Confidence, access to training, safe workplaces and visible role models all play a part. These are solvable problems, but only if the industry treats them as priorities.
What the industry can do
Through the BASIS Standing Committee on Women in IT and our work with BACCO, we focus on practical steps: training programmes, mentoring, internships and making sure women are visible on stages and in boardrooms.
The next generation of women in tech needs to see people like them already succeeding.
For young women considering tech
Start with one skill and build real projects with it. Join communities, ask questions and find a mentor. The field moves quickly, and curiosity is your greatest advantage.
If your organisation would like to run a women-in-tech session, let’s talk.
Written by
Sabina Yesmin Shimu
Entrepreneur and finance professional with over fifteen years of experience. Founder Chairperson of Aimer Merchants Ltd. and Infosystem Technology Ltd., Director at EduQuest, and an advocate for women in business and IT.
