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Australian Stories

Equality stories

Micro-credentials advance workplace diversity and inclusion

Micro-credentials are key in enhancing diversity and inclusivity in the commercial landscape and addressing employment issues, says D2L.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 30th Oct 2023

Global Stories

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Workplace

IWD 2024: Empowering women in tech: Four strategies to stay ahead

It is imperative for companies to create an environment that allows women to thrive and contribute effectively in today's ever-changing professional world.

By Kady O’Connell • 6 min read • Thu, 7th Mar 2024

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

REGnosys & WISE partnership targets gender disparity in tech

REGnosys allies with WISE to combat gender disparity in technology, emphasising female role models to inspire more women into STEM careers.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 26th Feb 2024

Robotics

Schneider Electric appoints Mark Yeeles as VP for Secure Power Division in UK & Ireland

Mark Yeeles appointed new VP for Schneider Electric's Secure Power division in the UK & Ireland to drive growth of sustainable data centre solutions.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 16th Mar 2023

Connectivity

IWD 2023: Women form the majority of the unconnected population

Women are still under-represented in technology, but Vodafone aims to connect 20 million more women in Africa and Turkey by 2025. #EmbraceEquity.

By Nadya Melic • 2 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023

Cybersecurity

IWD 2023: Connecting the Dots - True Crime and Women in Cyber

From true crime enthusiasts to cybersecurity: How some women's aptitude for problem-solving could make them ideal for cybersecurity roles. .

By Teresa Walsh • 7 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023

Flexible work

IWD 2023: How women in tech can 'embrace equity' by supporting each other

When women support and empower each other, we can both increase gender diversity in tech and create real change in the community and our workplaces.

By Tanya Suna • 4 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023

Health Technologies

IWD 2023: Diverse perspectives for post pandemic regeneration

As businesses look to achieve greater output efficiency following years of stagnation, they often need not look further than their people.

By Lily Clarke • 4 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023

Leadership

IWD 2023: Growing and leading high-performing teams during times of rapid change

Now more than ever, leaders must ensure they are supporting their teams to learn and adopt digital technologies that can make our lives and our work better.

By Ljubica Radoicic • 4 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023

International Women's Day

IWD 2023: Listen, learn and lean in to improve equity

Gender equity, diversity, and inclusion are crucial in the workplace. Listening to every voice is the fundamental first step in promoting sustainable change.

By Tarsha McCormick • 4 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023

International Women's Day

IWD 2023: How men can, and should, support women in tech

Advocating for women and helping to bridge the gender gap in tech is not something done on the side. Instead, it must become a mindset.

By Anais Urlichs • 7 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023

Stories from Other Regions

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Leadership

IWD 2024: Carving our place and shaping the future

Beyond equality, women in IT are reshaping the industry, bridging societal divides and pushing for greater inclusivity, proving their importance in tech leadership.

By Heather Todd • 4 min read • Thu, 7th Mar 2024

OECD

IWD 2024: Gender pay gap widening in the United Kingom

The gender pay gap in the UK has widened to 14.5%, pushing the country to 17th place in the Women in Work Index.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 6th Mar 2024

Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics

'Women in STEM' shine at Ideas of India Summit 3.0

At the Ideas of India Summit 3.0, top-ranking women in STEM, including ISRO's Nandini Harinath, shared their career journeys, emphasising the importance of education and support.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 28th Feb 2024

Supply Chain

Setting the AI agenda in 2024: what does the C-suite think?

AI's impact on nearly 40% of jobs requires swift actions to ensure compliance in 2024, but a gap in technical knowledge poses challenges.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Fri, 9th Feb 2024

IT Industry

UK Women in Tech Awards 2023 shine on outstanding contributors

The Women in Tech Awards 2023 celebrated women professionals making significant contributions to the industry.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Sat, 14th Oct 2023

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Kiwi workers at breaking point in wake cost-of-living crisis

Women hardest hit as 66% report that cost of living has had a negative impact on their mental health compared to 49% of men.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 12th May 2023

Datacom

Datacom, Yoobee partnership to increase women in tech

The partnership delivers course-to-career scholarships and help balance the gender scales by supporting more women into New Zealand's technology workforce.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 10th May 2023