Why Northern Ireland needs CC4G

CC4G is a unique and innovative resource which provides the Northern Irish economy with an exciting opportunity:

• Only 31% of the IT workforce in Northern Ireland are female
  
• Computer services in Northern Ireland is a fast growth sector (growth rate of greater than 10% p.a. over the last 10 years), yet the gender divide is not narrowing
  
• The demand for IT graduates in the industry is increasing year on year
  
• CC4G is vital to enthuse and educate girls from school age that there are very rewarding careers in IT
  
• The IT sector is vital for a healthy economy in Northern Ireland - it is 90% private sector, export-focused and high-value, with amongst the best salaries for graduates.