- Women are expanding their roles in Web3 beyond leadership to technical and strategic positions.
- A report found that only 13% of Web3 founding teams include at least one woman.
- Industry leaders emphasize mentorship, representation, and practical solutions to close the gender gap.
Women are demonstrably leading the charge in Web3 and crypto. They are actively spearheading leadership, technical, and strategic roles. However, a report from CCN highlights several challenges they continue to face in the sector.
These challenges include limited funding access, exclusion from key networks, and biases within the industry that can still impede full participation.
A study by the Boston Consulting Group and People of Crypto Lab found that only 13% of Web3 founding teams include at least one woman. Even more striking is that only 3% of teams are composed entirely of women.
The report also notes that all-male teams secure nearly four times more capital than all-female teams, highlighting persistent funding disparities that make it tougher for women-led projects to compete on equal footing.
For many women in the Web3 space, these figures reflect a larger trend. The crypto and blockchain sectors have traditionally been seen as male-dominated industries. As a result, access to investment and career advancement is often tied to established networks that tend to exclude women.
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Nevertheless, despite these challenges, many women in Web3 see the industry as a platform to reshape traditional power structures, promote inclusivity, and build a digital economy that addresses gaps left by conventional finance and tech sectors.
Web3 Leaders Actively Driving Inclusivity & Tech Innovation
Evin McMullen, co-founder of Privado ID, is working to drive change through technical solutions. She focuses on digital identity systems that eliminate centralized gatekeepers. McMullen believes that building scalable technical solutions to address real-world problems is a key way to attract a more diverse range of contributors.
Chrissay Brinkmann, Presales Engineer at Leaseweb, views International Women’s Day as both a celebration of progress and a reminder that inclusivity requires ongoing support, mentorship, and advocacy.
“International Women’s Day is an ideal time to reflect on the women who helped break down barriers and demonstrate that success should be measured by talent, hard work, and results,” Brinkmann stated.
The Role of Mentorship in Bridging the Gap
Jennifer Rojas, Customer Care Manager at Leaseweb Canada, notes the importance of mentorship in shaping future industry leaders. She stresses that inspiring young girls to pursue STEM careers is crucial for building a more inclusive blockchain and crypto sector.
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Rojas credits the support of mentors and peers for guiding her journey. She reinforced the need for strong professional networks that provide opportunities for women in blockchain and tech.
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