BNP Paribas Portugal distinguished as Best Company for Diversity and Inclusion in the Women in Tech & Data Awards

We are proud to share that BNP Paribas Portugal was recognized as the Best Company for Diversity and Inclusion (end user) in the Women in Technology and Data Awards with the project GM IT (Global Markets Technology) Women bootcamp.

This award aims to celebrate companies that have sought to promote women where appropriate and contribute to improve the gender balance in Technology and Data roles across the capital markets. A recognition that reflects BNP Paribas Portugal’s efforts in increasing the representation of women at all levels.

Gender equality is an important dimension of our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion. Having more talented and empowered women in tech roles will allow us to boost collaboration and innovation in our teams which will consolidate the Group’s lead over other companies in the sector.

Sylvie Le Pottier
Head of Human Resources, BNP Paribas Portugal

GM IT (Global Markets Technology) Women Bootcamp

Get to know the project behind this recognition.

The “GM IT Women bootcamp” is a transformative program designed to support and onboard junior female developers from top coding institutions such as Code for All, 42 Lisboa, Ironhack Portugal, and Le Wagon Portugal into the technology field.

This program has a unique approach. It combines intensive training, hands-on experience, and personalized mentorship to prepare participants for successful careers in IT.

Mikhail Khasin
Head of Global Markets IT, BNP Paribas Portugal

This first edition had +40 applications, within which BNP Paribas selected the most promising 10 students, who for 9 months worked side by side with an experienced mentor who provided guidance and career advice.  The result? An empowered group of female developers, all converted to permanent employees, that are now equipped with the tools they need to thrive in the tech industry.