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Annual Report

​Elevating Women in Data Science Worldwide

WiDS Worldwide is committed to operating with transparency and sharing the meaningful impact of our work with supporters and the public. Our goal is to change the field of data science across the globe by elevating and empowering women to achieve 30% representation in education, innovation and leadership by 2030. Our annual reports provide an overview of our latest accomplishments in supporting, inspiring, educating and connecting women in data science and reducing barriers to entry and career success.

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The Numbers…

OVER

200

Events

OVER

100,000

Participants

OVER

1000

Ambassadors

OVER

4,000

Global Datathon Participants

Find an Event

Get inspired from outstanding women discussing their exceptional work in data science and related fields, in a wide variety of research domains.

Conferences

Central Conferences

A distributed annual conference network with nearly 200 regional events worldwide in more than 50 countries, reaching 100,000 participants annually.

Regional Conferences

Regional conferences are planned and organized by our WiDS Ambassadors. Find an event in your region and connect with your community.

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Datathon

The WiDS Datathon is an opportunity to discover and hone data science skills while solving an interesting and critical social impact challenge.

Upskill Workshops

Workshops provide a supportive environment to foster inclusivity and focus on skill development for women in the field of data science.

WiDS NextGen

Education outreach program promoting careers in data science, AI, and related fields for secondary school students.

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Ambassador Program

WiDS Ambassadors plan and host events in their regions supporting women who are currently ​in the field and ​inspiring other women to become data scientists.

WiDS NextGen

Education outreach program promoting careers in data science, AI, and related fields for secondary school students.

Get Inspired

Explore Topics

Find content based on topics of interest, curated and organized around overarching concepts in data science. Resources for every level, from beginner to advanced.

Podcast

Our podcast series featuring worldwide data science leaders talking about their work, their journeys, and lessons learned along the way.

Videos

Discover the diverse impact of data science across various domains such as healthcare, finance, human rights, and beyond.

Blog

We share news, events, and inspiring WiDSTORY stories showcasing the impact WiDS has on women’s lives and communities.

Causal Inference in Business: Real-World Impact

    Workshop Video

AI Readiness Explained: Responsible Use, Critical Thinking & Organizational Challenges

    Wids WorldWide

WiDS Datathon++ University Edition 2025 Winners Panel Discussion

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WiDS Blog

Discover and Get Inspired

Learn from data science leaders from around the world talking about their work, their journeys, and lessons learned along the way.

Raise Your Hand – Step into AI Leadership

    Wids WorldWide

Introducing the WiDS Global Leaders Committee (2026)

    Wids WorldWide

EP. 57
English

This podcast episode features Shir Meir Lador, Engineering Manager at Google and former WiDS Tel Aviv Ambassador, in conversation about her career path and her work at the forefront of AI innovation. The discussion explores the emerging world of AI agents and Google’s Agent Development Kit (ADK), highlighting what it takes to move from prototypes to production while building responsibly. Shir also shares her experiences navigating career risks, fostering growth, and the powerful role of community through her work with WiDS. Her journey demonstrates how technical expertise, leadership, and inclusive community-building can intersect to drive both innovation and impact.

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