Issues/ barriers/ problems (and proposed solutions) for equalizing female participation and gender equality in nuclear security
Abstract
Beginning my cyber security career inside the nuclear sector as a 22-year young female just 6 short months ago and I have already experienced and witnessed the second-class treatment of women, which is remarkably prevalent across the entire sector. This paper will explore some practical measures which are commonly adopted which aim to diminish this very inequality. But it will also discuss the issues, barriers and problems that are encountered when attempting to implement these practical measures, for example affirmation measures. Throughout the discourse I will highlight the importance of female presence in industry and why it is vital they have a voice throughout the nuclear discourse.
This paper has been withdrawn.