Gender equality stories - Page 4

Gender equality as a business advantage on Women's Day
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Ahead of International Women's Day 2025, leaders stress that achieving gender equality in the workplace is crucial for innovation and economic success.

Leaders stress action for gender equality ahead of International Women’s Day
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As International Women’s Day approaches, leaders stress the urgent need to accelerate action towards gender equality, warning it may take until 2158 to achieve parity.

Robotic Marketer founder addresses workplace gender issues
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Mellissah Smith, Founder of Robotic Marketer, champions gender equality in workplaces, urging both men and women to actively support female career growth.

ISACA renews ties with EU for cybersecurity workforce boost
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ISACA has reaffirmed its commitment to the European Commission's Cybersecurity Skills Academy, aiming to enhance Europe's cybersecurity workforce training and diversity.

RMIT offers free IT diploma for women in Victoria 2025
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RMIT has confirmed that its free Diploma of Information Technology for women and gender diverse individuals will continue in 2025, bolstered by government funding.

The Power of allyship: Why women in business need more than just hard work to succeed
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Amidst the celebrations of International Women's Day, experts underscore the crucial role of allyship in elevating women's success in business.

Shearwater announces major investment in EvenBetter gender AI
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Shearwater Capital is investing AUD $500,000 in Sydney startup EvenBetter.ai, aimed at tackling gender pay gaps and promoting workplace equity with AI-driven insights.

Khuda Family donates $100m to boost women in STEM
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A $100 million donation from the Khuda Family Foundation will support a groundbreaking 20-year programme at the University of Sydney to boost girls' participation in STEM.

Exclusive: HP's Rachael Williams on why diversity in tech leadership matters
Thu, 28th Nov 2024
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Rachael Williams of HP highlights the critical need for diversity in tech leadership, urging bold action for better business outcomes and innovation.

UK tech diversity improves, but challenges remain in 2024
Tue, 19th Nov 2024
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New research shows improvements in diversity within the UK tech sector, though challenges persist, with 60% of firms still lacking representation.

New Zealand Women's network marks 5 years in security
Wed, 23rd Oct 2024
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cybersecurity
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women in technology
The New Zealand Network for Women in Security celebrates its 5th anniversary, championing diversity and support for women in New Zealand's security sector.

Companies with gender-diverse leadership teams perform better and are more Innovative
Thu, 10th Oct 2024
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deloitte
Research reveals that companies with gender-diverse leadership outperform others, with a 25% higher likelihood of above-average profitability, enhancing innovation.

HeyFlow secures GBP £235,000 from Aer Venture Studios
Wed, 11th Sep 2024
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HeyFlow has secured GBP £235,000 from Aer Venture Studios to enhance its platform, tackling workplace reproductive health issues and promoting gender inclusion.

International Women in Cyber Day: Why we need more women in the field
Sun, 1st Sep 2024
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Despite progress, women in cybersecurity still face significant challenges. This International Women in Cyber Day, we explore why the industry needs them more than ever.

Women in Cyber interview with Yubico's Co-Founder and now Chief Evangelist, Stina Ehrensvard
Fri, 30th Aug 2024
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email security
In an exclusive interview, Yubico co-founder Stina Ehrensvard discusses her journey in cybersecurity, the challenges she faced, and her mission to inspire more women to join the field.

ACS Victoria launches workshop for skilled migrant spouses
Mon, 22nd Jul 2024
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The Australian Computer Society's new workshop series in Victoria aims to help skilled migrant spouses navigate the local ICT job market, addressing employment challenges.

Video-first interviews disadvantage women, study finds
Fri, 10th May 2024
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video communication
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gender equality
Sapia.ai Labs' study reveals video-first interviews lengthen recruitment processes and disproportionately disadvantage women.

Hewlett Packard opens first 'Saudi Made' server facility with female-led workforce
Wed, 13th Mar 2024
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proliant
Hewlett Packard's debut Saudi Made server production facility, majority-led by female workforce, manufactures ProLiant servers in collaboration with Alfanar, advancing Saudi's Vision 2030 and AI technology fronts.

IWD 2024: In my first business, I exclusively hired working moms. Here’s why.
Sat, 9th Mar 2024
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telco
Challenging stereotypes, a director recounts hiring working mothers for her first business, spotlighting their productivity and resilience, and championing gender equality.

IWD 2024: DEI dilemmas: Why rethinking inclusivity is crucial
Sat, 9th Mar 2024
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On IWD 2024, addressing substantial gender pay gaps and shrinking DEI teams challenge the effectiveness of current strategies, demanding a strategic shift towards genuine inclusivity.