Gender diversity stories - Page 4
Yes, women do want to work in tech, says industry study
Mon, 11th May 2020
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Women are unlikely to apply for a position unless they meet 100% of the stated requirements, while men will often apply if they meet 60% of these.
Women highlight benefits & challenges of working in tech
Fri, 17th Apr 2020
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Flexible working, equal pay, and mentorship are key to attracting women to careers in technology, according to a survey by cybersecurity firm Specops Software.
Broadcast tech diversity firm Rise expands to Asia Pacific
Mon, 23rd Mar 2020
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Rise, a UK-based organisation promoting gender diversity within the broadcast technology sector, is expanding to Asia Pacific and North America.
2020 Hong Kong LGBT+ Inclusion Awards finalists announced
Fri, 20th Mar 2020
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The Awards, which were established in 2015, recognise Hong Kong business’ efforts to promote LGBT+ equality and inclusion.
VMware ANZ up for Women Leading Tech award
Thu, 19th Mar 2020
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The Awards celebrate women’s achievement in the tech industry, and aims to ensure that women are part of history, not forgotten.
Twitter aims to be 'world's most diverse & inclusive tech company'
Tue, 17th Mar 2020
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Twitter aims to be the world's most diverse and inclusive tech company by setting ambitious diversity targets and implementing an inclusive hiring program.
The few women in the boardroom outpace men for top spots - Diligent Institute report
Fri, 13th Mar 2020
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Women board members take 6.31 years on average to be elevated to a leadership role, compared to 8.02 years for men.
Eliminating gender bias in cybersecurity could grow industry by the billions
Thu, 12th Mar 2020
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Solving gender bias in cybersecurity could add USD $43.1 billion in the US and GBP £17 billion in the UK, reports Tessian.
Konica Minolta receives gender equality citation from WGEA
Mon, 9th Mar 2020
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The Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) recently named Konica Minolta for its dedication to gender equality in the workplace.
IWD 2020 interview: Nintex’s Sarah Mainprize on women in tech
Fri, 6th Mar 2020
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Nintex's Sarah Mainprize speaks on empowering women in tech, stressing early education, strategic diversity goals, and strong work-life balance support.
Escaping gravity: Practical ways to support career growth paths for women in IT
Fri, 6th Mar 2020
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Tech firms can close the gender gap in leadership by setting firm targets, embracing flexible policies, and fostering female-specific mentorship and networking.
ANZ backs #LoveSpeech campaign to support LGBTIQ+ community
Tue, 25th Feb 2020
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Majority of Australian LGBTIQ+ community subjected to hurtful language, says survey by ANZ. #LoveSpeech campaign launched.
Oracle staff condemn Larry Ellison's support for Donald Trump
Thu, 20th Feb 2020
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Over 7,000 Oracle employees urge the company to reassess its ethics and diversity stance after founder Larry Ellison's public support for Donald Trump.
Vodafone New Zealand supports Pride Month 2020
Tue, 4th Feb 2020
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Vodafone New Zealand celebrates Pride Month with over 300 employees and allies supporting Big Gay Out and hosting inclusive events online and across offices.
Exclusive: Mellanox VP on how diverse teams move companies forward
Wed, 29th Jan 2020
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TechDay spoke to Mellanox vice president Yael Asseraf Shenhav about why fast-moving technology companies need diverse teams.
Diversity & Inclusion starter kit to help Asia Pacific organisations
Thu, 19th Dec 2019
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Culture Amp offers free Diversity - Inclusion starter kit to Singapore and Asia Pacific organizations, aiming to address workplace diversity deficit.
Tata Consultancy Services revamps policies to support LGBTQ employees
Wed, 11th Dec 2019
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Tata Consultancy Services has reportedly modified its health insurance policies to cover same sex relationships, by replacing the word ‘spouse’ with ‘partner’.
Micron publishes annual Diversity, Equality and Inclusion report
Fri, 6th Dec 2019
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Micron's latest report showcases strides in diversity, with initiatives like new ERGs and increased female leadership, reinforcing a commitment to inclusivity.
Singapore's Best Workplaces 2019 revealed
Thu, 14th Nov 2019
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HubSpot, Grab, and FireEye are named among Singapore's Best Workplaces 2019, lauded for fostering trust, pride, and camaraderie among employees.
Chorus recognised for efforts to eliminate gender pay gap
Thu, 14th Nov 2019
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Chorus has walked away with three awards at this year’s 2019 YWCA Equal Pay Awards, which recognise female leadership and equality in the workplace.