Gender equality stories - Page 2
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IWD 2024: Female forward: How diversity drives organisational success
Thu, 7th Mar 2024
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leadership
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mobility
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productivity
Recognising the value of women and embracing their unique leadership styles promotes business growth, according to the Global Gender Gap Report 2023.
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IWD 2024: A CEO's perspective on gender equality and diversity in the workplace
Thu, 7th Mar 2024
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workplace
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leadership
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law
IWD 2024: Despite improvements in gender pay gap, over half of large Aussie law firms fall below average; for a CEO, the answer lies in diversity, tech and mentorship.
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IWD 2024: Empowering women in tech - Lessons in supporting progress in diversity
Thu, 7th Mar 2024
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edutech
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devops
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apm
In the wake of IWD 2024, reflection on women's suppressed role in tech prompts a renewed drive for gender equality, with calls for consistent progress, inclusivity and invested growth in the industry.
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IWD 2024: Australia's in the drivers seat on equality in logistics
Thu, 7th Mar 2024
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supply chain systems
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gender equality
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brisbane
Australia sets the pace for gender diversity in the logistics sector with a customer-centric approach and strong female leadership, surging ahead of the EU and North America.
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IWD 2024: Women in eCommerce foresee improvement but barriers persist
Thu, 7th Mar 2024
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iwd
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gender equality
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ecommerce
UK female eCommerce professionals voice optimism for industry improvement yet hurdles remain, with gender bias and stereotypes still notably present.
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IWD 2024: Pink blazers in corporate boardrooms
Thu, 7th Mar 2024
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facebook
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workplace
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customers
IWD 2024: As the push for gender equality in corporate leadership gains momentum, pink blazers symbolise women's empowerment in boardrooms.
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IWD 2024: Emerging threats mean the cyber security industry needs more diversity
Thu, 7th Mar 2024
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esg
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breach prevention
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risk & compliance
On International Women's Day 2024, experts cite the need for greater diversity in cyber security, amidst growing threats and the alarmingly low female representation in technical roles.
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IWD 2024: How technology is helping accelerate women's progress today
Thu, 7th Mar 2024
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edutech
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telemedicine
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leadership
IWD 2024 underscores the critical role of technology in accelerating women's progress, through enhanced access to education, healthcare, economic empowerment and leadership opportunities.
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IWD 2024: The benefits of talent mobility for women
Thu, 7th Mar 2024
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linkedin
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asia pacific
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workplace
With talent mobility emerging as a growth factor in workplaces, a study reveals women's increased interest in career mobility, but are hindered by lack of visibility into internal opportunities.
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IWD 2024: Gearing up for next-gen female leaders in cybersecurity
Thu, 7th Mar 2024
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edutech
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cybersecurity
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exclusive networks
Next-gen female cybersecurity leaders on the rise despite ongoing talent shortage, boosted by arrival of digitally savvy generation Alpha in next five years.
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IWD 2024: Grokking our way to gender parity in tech
Thu, 7th Mar 2024
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edutech
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data analytics
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esg
To mark IWD 2024, we delve into continued gender disparities in tech and education, but signs of progress emerge, particularly at Grok Academy, focusing on bridging the gender gap.
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IWD 2024: Count her in: Invest in women. Accelerate progress.
Thu, 7th Mar 2024
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esg
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martech
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dei
Reflecting on IWD, it's evident that the tech industry still faces a significant gender gap, necessitating strategic action and culture shifts from businesses for effective change.
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IWD 2024: A career in tech is a hopeful journey toward diversity, equity and inclusivity
Thu, 7th Mar 2024
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esg
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progress
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dei
On International Women's Day, advocates reflect on the progress made in achieving diversity, equity, and inclusivity in the tech sector.
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IWD 2024: The Tech Disparity: Why Female Founders Receive Less Venture Capital Funding
Thu, 7th Mar 2024
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iwd
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us
Despite advances towards gender equality, female entrepreneurs worldwide, especially in Australia, continue to grapple with stark funding disparities, receiving notably less venture capital.
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IWD 2024: Revolutionising workplace dynamics: A closer look at inclusion beyond diversity
Thu, 7th Mar 2024
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esg
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iwd
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women in technology
Businesses must move beyond gender-centred diversity to generate true inclusion, viewing progress through a wider lens of diverse backgrounds and fair treatment for all employees.
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IWD 2024: Three steps to welcome women in technology
Thu, 7th Mar 2024
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software development
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iwd
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leadership
There's still more that can be done to take gender out of the equation. Here are the three changes I hope to see in the industry. .
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IWD 2024: Remote work breaks down borders and bias
Thu, 7th Mar 2024
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esg
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hybrid & remote work
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dei
Amid biases and inadequate leadership representation, remote work facilitates inclusive growth opportunities and improved work-life balance for women worldwide.
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IWD 2024: Innovating for a safer digital world: The untapped potential of women in cybersecurity
Thu, 7th Mar 2024
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esg
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cybersecurity
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dei
Exploring how a diverse workforce can revolutionise cybersecurity, with a significant untapped potential in women who bring unique perspectives required for outsmarting cyber crooks.
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IWD 2024: Advice for women seeking and building a career in cybersecurity
Thu, 7th Mar 2024
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cybersecurity
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gender equality
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tesserent
On International Women's Day 2024, industry veteran encourages women to confidently pursue cybersecurity careers, dispelling fears and underlining the sector's need for diverse skill sets and perspectives.
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IWD 2024: Breaking barriers: Building a brighter future for women in technology
Thu, 7th Mar 2024
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edutech
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women in technology
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government
Despite improvements in attitudes towards equality, vast disparities persist in the tech industry's treatment of women, demanding urgent attention to investment, education, and mentorship.