At a side event of the Global Leaders’ Meeting on Women in Beijing, Peng Liyuan, UNESCO special envoy for girls’ education and wife of Chinese President Xi Jinping, highlighted the power of digital tech to open doors for women and girls across China. The exhibition, held with UN Women Executive Director Sima Bahous, showcased inspiring stories of digital empowerment. ✨
One highlight was Professor Wang Xiaoyun from Tsinghua University, recently honored as a 2025 L'Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science laureate for her breakthroughs in cryptography. Her work is a beacon motivating many women to dive into mathematics and cybersecurity. 🚀
Bridging Digital Gaps
China’s push into the digital economy includes rural e-commerce training and digital literacy programs specifically designed for women. In many villages, women entrepreneurs are transforming local markets and contributing to poverty relief efforts. Today, women lead over half of new startups in the internet sector. 🌐💪
Women now make up more than half of higher education students and about 43% of the workforce, with growing influence in management, science, business, and sports. Peng noted that digital intelligence is reshaping lifestyles, and she looks forward to global collaboration to unlock even more pathways for women and girls.
For young professionals, students, and explorers, this digital wave means fresh avenues in tech, entrepreneurship, and beyond. Are you ready to #CodeHerFuture and join the movement? 👩💻🌟
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Peng Liyuan urges more opportunities for women, girls via technology
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