PokerStars aligns with Women Who Code to drive female representation

PokerStars and Women Who Code have partnered with aims to improve female representation and diversity and to advance their careers.

PokerStars and Women Who Code have partnered with aims to improve female representation and diversity, as well as encouraging women to advance their careers within the industry. 

As a community partner, PokerStars will be included in Women Who Code’s newsletters, social media posts, blog posts, and events.

“We are proud to officially become the first gambling partner of Women Who Code and recognise the same values and desire to inspire women to excel in their technology careers,” explained Rebecca McAdam Willetts, associate director group public relations.

“Together, we hold a vision of a world where women are proportionally represented as technical leaders, executives, founders, VCs, board members and software engineers.

“At PokerStars we are allies to all the amazing women in the industry. Bet on yourself, join our team and make your next chapter the best one yet. Remember, all it takes is two words… I’m in.”

Dedicated to inspiring women to excel in technology careers, Women Who Code supports intentional, strategic and impactful diversity and inclusion programmes, to create pathways to leadership within companies and the greater community.

Moreover, PokerStars aims to be an organisation “truly representative of diversity and to always foster an inclusive environment” whilst celebrating, respecting, valuing and supporting differences.

PokerStars adds that it’s also committed to the growth of poker itself by continuously striving to reach and engage new players from all walks of life. This includes engaging female poker players by shining a light on women in poker and in the industry through various activities including unique content, special giveaways, and enhancing events and promotions to ensure better engagement and inclusion amongst women in its community.