Women in Web3 advocate for increased diversity in the ecosystem

Although the Web3 ecosystem is rapidly evolving, the industry still faces many challenges, one of which is its lack of diversity. The underrepresentation of women in the field remains a significant concern, as their involvement is indispensable in addressing some of the critical challenges in the sector.

Web3, the next generation of the internet, is an exciting new space creating opportunities for entrepreneurs across various industries. While the field is still somewhat male-dominated, several influential women entrepreneurs are significantly impacting the Web3 space.

— Cointelegraph (@Cointelegraph) March 8, 2023

In a recent interview, several women in the Web3 industry shared their experiences and insights on the importance of increasing the presence of women in the field, as well as what can be done to achieve greater diversity. From taking small initiatives to educating the next generation of diverse talent, these women provide valuable perspectives on how the Web3 ecosystem can become more inclusive.

According to Sandra Leow, a research analyst at Nansen, the first step is to encourage women in the space to promote small initiatives like referring friends to crypto projects, regardless of their gender. Sandra said she believes that the Web3 industry can improve diversity by prioritizing onboarding initiatives to help more people, especially women, become familiar with on-chain data and blockchain explorers. She acknowledged that the learning curve for crypto can be steep, with information being scattered and difficult to find. Leow noted:

“I think it’s still extremely hard to learn the basics of crypto, because I think the knowledge that you get and the information is very scattered.”

Journey Li, a social media manager at Nansen, believes that vocalizing involvement in the field is a way to inspire more women to join. She noted:

“One way to inspire more women to join the Web3 industry is by being vocal about your own involvement and identity as a woman in the field. By sharing your passion and expertise with others, you can lead by example and demonstrate the value that women can bring to this space.”

Devon Martens, a Principal Blockchain Engineer at Sweet NFTs, said that great role models will motivate women to pursue Web3, where there is so much potential, especially for women leaders looking to change the world. To improve diversity in the industry, Devon suggested:

“The simple answer is to give people a chance. Take the time to seek out…