Building A Radically Inclusive Digital Future with Tanya Woods

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In this Episode of Beginner Women, join host Katharine Cornfield as she and Tanya Woods discuss our digital future, demystify big concepts like Blockchain and Bitcoin, and explore what we, collectively, must do to ensure a new generation of diverse young women are not just included in, but are actively building our brave new world. Constantly evolving, technology will never stop, and it is no longer practical to 'leave it to the experts'. The key instead is to acknowledge its presence, dig into the learning, and stay engaged.Tune in to this forward-looking conversation and learn why digital literacy means more than just learning to code, and what you can do to ensure the beginner women you know don't turn a blind eye to technology. No matter what they study in school.Episode Highlights:Understand why ferocious curiosity is more than a career-boosting skill, it's key to keeping pace with technology and innovation.Hear what Blockchain really means, how it's changing the way we exchange, and why the basics are important to know.Discover the link between digital and financial literacy for young women, the importance of diversity when it comes to building a more inclusive digital future, and why a breadth of skills are needed to fill the roles available in Canada's tech sector.Learn where to go and what to read or watch in order to close your own knowledge gaps, and why it's important to remember your learning sets the example for those who follow your lead.For more from ambiSHEous™ and the Beginner Women Podcast, follow us on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook @ambiSHEous or receive updates straight in your inbox by subscribing to our newsletterRecommended Resources:digitalchamber.org/canadaThe Blockchain Revolution by Don Tapscott and Alex TapscottThe Knowledge SocietyCrypto Chicks