A doctoral researcher at Chalmers and Gothenburg University, Lekshmi Rani tackles the human side of tech, uncovering how AI reshapes developer behaviour and decision-making. In this interview, she delves into embracing an interdisciplinary path and navigating the challenge of researching a rapidly evolving field.

Our next local tech hero is a founder and AI product manager whose career has taken her across markets and international borders. A prominent voice in the local AI ecosystem, she champions the latest technology and leads by example.

Women in Tech Gothenburg is looking for a new board member who is early in their board career but eager to learn, contribute and grow.

As our current Chair prepares to hand over the role, we are looking for an experienced board member to succeed her. This is an opportunity to combine strategic board work with meaningful societal impact.

From fashion marketing student to digital expansion leader, Daniella Arvidsson has built a career navigating fast-changing industries. She reflects on her evolution from a generalist to a cross-functional leader, highlighting why incremental progress is key to long-term success.

Stepping out of a long-term career to go back to university takes serious courage. Our latest Community Spotlight features Natalija Prosic, who has traded a career in shipping logistics to study software engineering.

WITGBG’s pre-summer break afterwork (AW) at International House Gothenburg offered a wonderful opportunity to connect with our community members in an informal, intimate setting.

Our latest Community Spotlight features Sayalee, whose journey into tech is anything but linear. Through moves across multiple cities, countries, and creative industries, she has found her true home in tech - designing the invisible, strategic spaces between visuals and audiences.

It is never too late to start over and Laura-Mirella Lomakin is a living example of that adage. After working as a preschool teacher for many years, she has taken a plunge into the tech world as a student.

From studying Computational Linguistics to working as an AI conversational designer and volunteering with WITGBG’s Rewrite the Code project, Liina Tumma's tech journey has been guided by one core belief: great technology requires diverse perspectives.

Our next Community Spotlight is on Sahar Hejazi, a quantum tech physicist and entrepreneur whose journey has spanned the globe. Her trajectory is defined as much by her scientific credentials as her unflinching resilience in the face of unwelcome environments.

We begin the community spotlight series, where we celebrate the local champions driving the Gothenburg tech ecosystem forward, by learning about Brittany Van Dyk. Her journey is a masterclass in why you don't need an engineering degree to build a thriving career in tech.

Our International Women’s Day event on May 5, 2026, was a resounding success. Under the theme "Leadership that works, now and next," we explored how to build inclusive organisations and high-impact careers in an era of rapid change.

The automotive industry is evolving rapidly. Not just in technology, but in its approach to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). At VECS 2025, our team came together to discuss the current state of DEI in tech and mobility. With sustainability and digitalisation reshaping the sector, our conversation focused on how diversity strengthens innovation and what steps companies within automotive can take to foster more inclusive workplaces.

IWD 2025 was our most impactful event yet, bringing together over 120 tech professionals for an afternoon of insightful discussions on leadership, inclusion, and career growth. As workplace cultures shift and DEI initiatives face setbacks, our speakers shared powerful perspectives on why this moment presents both challenges and opportunities. From reframing inclusion as a win-win to recognising the power of simply sharing experiences, this event reinforced that real change happens when communities unite. Here are the three key takeaways from IWD 2025 that will shape the future of diversity in tech.

October 18 is World Menopause Day, created to increase awareness and reduce the stigma around menopause. Despite how many people have gone, are going, or will go through menopause, the condition remains poorly understood. Luckily, there’s a lot that we can do to improve the working lives of those who experience it — and Partille is leading the way.

Our second hacker profile in a new series, Invisible String, which aims to highlight the unseen people behind a volunteer run organisation.

Our first hacker profile in a new series, Invisible String, which aims to highlight the unseen people behind a volunteer run organisation.