![To celebrate Women's Month, we surveyed the mighty females leading South Africa's security workforce. We asked a series of questions posed to women in security, technology, and property through interactive polls during August. The aim was to gather insights into these women's motivations, challenges, and aspirations. With a big thank you and reverent proverbial bow to these fantastic women, we're happy to share our insights. [H2] A Calling, Not an Occupation When asked about their motivation to enter the industry, a majority of almost 70% cited aspirational reasons. 50% of respondents chose "a passion for technology". The rest said that a "desire to improve security" drove them to choose this field. [H2] Generations of Closing the Gender Gap It is encouraging to see a relatively even split among the number of years each woman has served in the security, tech and prop sectors. Over half have been in the industry for 5-20 years, a quarter for 20 or more. The remaining fifth entered the field less than 5 years ago. [H2] Career Challenges of Ladies In South Africa's Security Workforce We asked about the most significant challenge our female participants have experienced in their careers. 55% cited limited career advancement opportunities, and 33.5% felt that a lack of mentorship was stifling. Work-life balance came in third place, though this problem is not unique to security and is most likely experienced by women across the board. [H2] Focus Areas To Better Support Women The results of "Which area needs the most improvement to support women in your industry?" echoed the previous question. Again, two-thirds of respondents cited equal opportunities and mentorship combined. Work-life balance took a slightly smaller spot at only 6%, making way for just over 16% saying that gender bias awareness training is needed. [H2] Future Professional Goals To close the survey, we asked what our female security, property, and tech professionals want to achieve in the next five years. A whopping 68.5% would like to gain new skills. A further 25% of respondents wish to advance into leadership roles. Boss lady is the name of the game for the remaining 6.5% who said they would like to start a business. [H2] Empowering the Future of Femme in South Africa's Security Workforce The insights from our survey paint an inspiring picture. These professionals are driven by a genuine passion for their work, with many having dedicated decades to advancing their careers. Yet, significant challenges around equal growth opportunities persist. To truly empower the next generation of female leaders in these fields, we must make a concerted effort to increase mentorship and eradicate gender biases. The security, technology and property sectors only stand to gain by harnessing the full power of gender diversity. [CTA] Have your say! Did we miss anything, or do you have something to add? Please share your thoughts with us on your preferred social channel. - Women in Security Smiling](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/5312f9_56ff93161752437a8be6e2a27e3088a3~mv2.png/v1/fill/w_980,h_514,al_c,q_90,usm_0.66_1.00_0.01,enc_avif,quality_auto/5312f9_56ff93161752437a8be6e2a27e3088a3~mv2.png)
To celebrate Women's Month, we surveyed the mighty females leading South Africa's security workforce.
We asked a series of questions posed to women in security, technology, and property through interactive polls during August. The aim was to gather insights into these women's motivations, challenges, and aspirations.
With a big thank you and reverent proverbial bow to these fantastic women, we're happy to share our insights.
A Calling, Not an Occupation
When asked about their motivation to enter the industry, a majority of almost 70% cited aspirational reasons.
50% of respondents chose "a passion for technology". The rest said that a "desire to improve security" drove them to choose this field.
Generations of Closing the Gender Gap
It is encouraging to see a relatively even split among the number of years each woman has served in the security, tech and prop sectors.
Over half have been in the industry for 5-20 years, a quarter for 20 or more. The remaining fifth entered the field less than 5 years ago.
Career Challenges of Ladies In South Africa's Security Workforce
We asked about the most significant challenge our female participants have experienced in their careers.
55% cited limited career advancement opportunities, and 33.5% felt that a lack of mentorship was stifling. Work-life balance came in third place, though this problem is not unique to security and is most likely experienced by women across the board.
Focus Areas To Better Support Women
The results of "Which area needs the most improvement to support women in your industry?" echoed the previous question.
Again, two-thirds of respondents cited equal opportunities and mentorship combined. Work-life balance took a slightly smaller spot at only 6%, making way for just over 16% saying that gender bias awareness training is needed.
Future Professional Goals
To close the survey, we asked what our female security, property, and tech professionals want to achieve in the next five years.
A whopping 68.5% would like to gain new skills. A further 25% of respondents wish to advance into leadership roles. Boss lady is the name of the game for the remaining 6.5% who said they would like to start a business.
Empowering the Future of Femme in South Africa's Security Workforce
The insights from our survey paint an inspiring picture. These professionals are driven by a genuine passion for their work, with many having dedicated decades to advancing their careers.
Yet, significant challenges around equal growth opportunities persist. To truly empower the next generation of female leaders in these fields, we must make a concerted effort to increase mentorship and eradicate gender biases.
The security, technology and property sectors only stand to gain by harnessing the full power of gender diversity.
Have your say! Did we miss anything, or do you have something to add? Please share your thoughts with us on your preferred social channel.
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