About us
Welcome to the website of the London ACM-W Chapter — a vibrant and inclusive community of women in computing currently or previously based in London. This year, the chapter’s leadership team is formed by members of the Women++ society from the Department of Computer Science at City St George’s, University of London. The chapter works to build confidence and a sense of belonging through informal events, while tackling systemic inequalities and gaps in the computing profession. It also promotes research-informed cultural change in computing education. We plan to host speaker sessions, technical workshops, and school outreach programmes to inspire future generations of women in technology. Through close collaboration with ACM-W Europe and other chapters, ACM-W London strives to drive meaningful change both locally and across the wider computing community.
Achievements
The Women++ Society, founders of the London ACM‑W Chapters, is proud to announce that it has been recognised with two awards in April 2026, celebrating its leadership, impact, and commitment to advancing women in computing and electronics.
- EDI/Civic Champion of the Year
SST Dean’s Award, City St. George’s, University of London
Awarded in recognition of outstanding contribution to equality, diversity and inclusion in the School of Science and Technology at City St. George’s, University of London. - Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Programme of the Year
Women Leaders in Electronics Award, Electronics Weekly
Praised for strong commitment to widening participation in computing through outreach, mentoring, and community building initiatives that are already demonstrating meaningful early-stage impact. Judges highlighted its ambition, diversity and inclusion focus, positive school testimonials, and the promising potential for long-term influence as it continues to grow and scale.
Click to see our objectives
- Building confidence and Creating a culture of belonging
- External partnership, mentorship activities, informal events etc.
- Tackling Inequalities
- Addressing recruitment and retention challenges
- Exploring the gender pay gap by working closely with ACM community as this is a perceived barrier for women academics
- Research-Informed Cultural Change
- Incorporating research-informed, engaging and innovative curricula in our education and development of our members’ development both professionally and personally
- Working closely with colleagues and the ACM community to identify socially-mediated learning approaches and ways of designing curricula that are inclusive. Increase activities like pair-programming and group activities that encourage participation and discussion while developing the core technical skills
Connect, involve or participate
If you want to join London ACM-W Chapter, please send an email to Chair Ferheen Ayaz or Vice-Chair Marjahan Begum.
Check our Events page if you want to engage in our upcoming activities.