It’s inspiring to see how far women have come in leadership and economic strength — but some areas still lag behind. Venture capital is one of them. The numbers in this article are eye-opening, and frankly, a little frustrating. But they also highlight why these conversations matter.

If you care about innovation, entrepreneurship, or leveling the playing field, you’ll find this worth reading. Awareness is always the first step toward change. And the more we talk about this, the more pressure there is for the system to evolve.