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Haredi High-Tech Growth Driven Almost Entirely by Women Amid Male Participation Stagnation

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First reported by Mako · Jun 29, 2026

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A 2026 report shows Haredi high-tech growth is driven almost entirely by women, with male participation stagnant at about 1%. Despite barriers, female employment surged 77%, while male involvement barely increased. The study warns this gender gap poses economic risks for Israel and calls for urgent integration efforts.

01Haredi women’s high-tech employment rose 77% over the past decade, while men’s participation stayed near 1%.
02The sector now employs about 12,750 Haredim, nearly 5% of the community’s workforce.
03Barriers for men include lack of early education, prolonged religious study, and military conscription debates.
04Haredi women make up 67% of high-tech students and 6% of the industry workforce.
05A 57% wage gap exists between Haredi and non-Haredi high-tech workers, with women earning less.
06About 200 Haredi startups were founded in the last decade, representing 5%-9% of innovation grants.

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