Connect
Charleston Women in Tech offers a variety of opportunities to engage with other women in all aspects of technology.
Support
Our 100% volunteer-run organization relies on the generous support of our board, volunteers, strategic partners, and donors.
Prepare
We equip you with resources to advance your career. From mentorship to salary negotiation, we’ve got your covered.
Join a vibrant community dedicated to supporting and advancing women in the tech industry. Charleston Women in Tech (CHSWIT) fosters a network where you can thrive, learn, and lead. Whether you’re a seasoned professional, a student just starting out, or simply passionate about tech, CHSWIT offers resources, events, and connections tailored to your journey.
At CHSWIT, we’re committed to breaking barriers, shattering stereotypes, and paving the way for a more diverse and inclusive future for women in the Lowcountry tech scene.
What We Offer
- Community Support: Contribute to mentorship, education, and outreach programs.
- Skill Development: Access workshops, webinars, and resources to grow professionally.
- Networking Events: Join in-person networking events and virtual workshops.
Women In Technology, By The Numbers
19 percent
Computer science research jobs will grow 19% by 2026. Yet, women earn only 18% of computer science bachelor’s degrees in the U.S.
Source: Computer Science
.73 cents
In South Carolina, the gender wage gap is larger than the national average, with women earning 73.4 cents for every dollar that men earn. Placing us under the national average of .93 cents for every dollar men make.
Source: Skillsoft
1 in 4
Only 1 in 4 C-suite executives is a woman; with only 1 in 25 being a woman of color.
Source: Women in the Workplace
At the current pace of change, it will take…
until the economic gender gap is closed.
Join us and be part of a movement to empower women in technology
Our impact:
“I’m inspired by the power of our diverse CHSWIT community. Our collective efforts fostering connections through programs and events and supporting our members through scholarships and philanthropy, create a vibrant ecosystem where women in tech thrive.”
“Charleston Women in Tech empowers women and enhances Charleston’s tech landscape. Their success laid the groundwork for SC Compete’s statewide SC Women in Tech initiative, demonstrating the positive ripple effect of empowering women in STEM”
“As a newcomer to Charleston, joining Women in Technology was an excellent opportunity to meet others passionate about advancing opportunities for women in the tech community. The connections I’ve made and the programs I’ve attended have been truly fantastic”