Is there a gender pay gap in STEM careers? The answer is a resounding yes.

Data from the International Labour Organisation (ILO) shows that, on average, women earn about 20 percent less than men in STEM occupations worldwide.

A young couple is dedicated to closing this gap. By offering high-quality education, mentorship, and support from industry leaders at Google and Microsoft, their academy strives to empower more women to enter and excel in the tech industry.

We find out how they aim to foster a more inclusive and equitable environment to ensure women have the skills and opportunities to succeed in high-paying STEM careers. 

Here's the conversation with Kong Yu Ning, Co-founder, Heicoders Academy & Beh Min Yan, Co-founder, Heicoders Academy



Presented by Audrey Siek

This podcast is produced and edited by Anthea Ng (nganthea@sph.com.sg)

She produces Mind Your Business, Biz-How-To and Breakfast Special segments on the Breakfast Show.

Do contact her for topics: C-Suite, SME, Startups, Healthtech, Sustainability, Property, Intergenerational Family Business, Industry Outlook, Fintech and trending businesses in town.

Is there a gender pay gap in STEM careers? The answer is a resounding yes.
Data from the International Labour Organisation (ILO) shows that, on average, women earn about 20 percent less than men in STEM occupations worldwide.
A young couple is dedicated to closing this gap. By offering high-quality education, mentorship, and support from industry leaders at Google and Microsoft, their academy strives to empower more women to enter and excel in the tech industry.
We find out how they aim to foster a more inclusive and equitable environment to ensure women have the skills and opportunities to succeed in high-paying STEM careers. 
Here's the conversation with Kong Yu Ning, Co-founder, Heicoders Academy &amp; Beh Min Yan, Co-founder, Heicoders Academy
 
Presented by Audrey Siek
This podcast is produced and edited by Anthea Ng (<a href="mailto:nganthea@sph.com.sg">nganthea@sph.com.sg</a>)
She produces Mind Your Business, Biz-How-To and Breakfast Special segments on the Breakfast Show.
Do contact her for topics: C-Suite, SME, Startups, Healthtech, Sustainability, Property, Intergenerational Family Business, Industry Outlook, Fintech and trending businesses in town.

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Start your day with the stories shaping Singapore &mdash; and your place in it.
Join Neil Humphreys and Audrey Siek as they cover the biggest headlines, trending topics, and everyday conversations, unpacked through fresh perspectives, expert insights, and engaging discussion. From current affairs and social issues to lifestyle trends and community voices, each segment offers a different lens on what&rsquo;s happening &mdash; and what&rsquo;s worth your attention.
And it&rsquo;s not just talk &mdash; it&rsquo;s your voice. Through polls, messages, and live call-ins, listeners are part of the conversation, sharing their views and shaping the discussion in real time. With a mix of clarity, curiosity, and personality, Let&rsquo;s Talk, Singapore keeps you informed, connected, and ready for the day ahead.