Environmental, Social and Governance Stories - Page 31

Kiwi Stories

Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) stories

Techtorium & New Era IT encourage IT diversity in New Zealand

Angus Fenn is a young New Zealander who is making a difference in New Zealand's IT sector and the wider community – and he's also partially deaf himself.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Thu, 12th Dec 2019

NZX

Study: A decade before we see boardroom equality

Slow progress in gender and ethnic diversity on New Zealand's top company boards, with men still dominating, says study.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2019

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Vodafone NZ Foundation unveils mural in wake of terror attacks

Wellington-based muralist Ruth Robertson-Taylor created the art piece over six months, with consultation and contributions from the Muslim community.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Fri, 1st Nov 2019

Global Stories

Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) stories

Unified Communications

Clear winners and losers in UFB race, research finds

New research indicates that the adoption of Ultra Fast Broadband in New Zealand has led to 'winners and losers' among businesses.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Fri, 13th Dec 2019

Software-as-a-Service

Institute of Management Accountants celebrates centennial milestone

The Institute of Management Accountants marks 100 years with significant growth, introducing new initiatives and achieving record membership.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 12th Dec 2019

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Tata Consultancy Services revamps policies to support LGBTQ employees

Tata Consultancy Services has reportedly modified its health insurance policies to cover same sex relationships, by replacing the word 'spouse' with 'partner'.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Dec 2019

Leadership

Diversity key to successful workplaces in Asia - Hays report

A Hays report reveals that 85% of professionals in Asia view encouraging diverse opinions as crucial for talent retention, yet only 63% see this in practice.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 9th Dec 2019

Micron Technology

Micron publishes annual Diversity, Equality and Inclusion report

Micron's latest report showcases strides in diversity, with initiatives like new ERGs and increased female leadership, reinforcing a commitment to inclusivity.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 6th Dec 2019

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Men feel less welcome in tech workplaces - Harvey Nash report

A Harvey Nash report reveals men now feel more unwelcome in tech workplaces, despite improvements for women over the past year.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 4th Dec 2019

Recruitment

Over 80% of people living with a disability say recruitment bias exists

Two-thirds of employees with disabilities feel their organisation's leaders don't understand benefits of diversity and inclusion, says Hays survey.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 3rd Dec 2019

Cybersecurity

Interview: Microsoft's Diana Kelley talks talent gaps and D&I

Microsoft's Diana Kelley discusses bridging the cybersecurity skills gap, focusing on reskilling and how diversity and inclusion shape roles in technology.

By Sara Barker • 6 min read • Wed, 27th Nov 2019

Artificial Intelligence

How mathematics can limit gender bias in AI & ML

A new research paper outlines how machine learning designers can safeguard their creations against the undesirable effects of racial and gender bias.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 26th Nov 2019

Gaming

Aussie teens empowered by tech but held back by career options

Australian teens see tech positively and are interested in tech careers, but are held back by limited job opportunities, poor training access, and gender bias.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 18th Nov 2019

Flexible work

Singapore's Best Workplaces 2019 revealed

HubSpot, Grab, and FireEye are named among Singapore's Best Workplaces 2019, lauded for fostering trust, pride, and camaraderie among employees.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Thu, 14th Nov 2019

Chorus

Chorus recognised for efforts to eliminate gender pay gap

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.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 14th Nov 2019

Cybersecurity

Microsoft showcases innovations in new Asia Pacific HQ

Microsoft's new Asia Pacific HQ in Singapore features cutting-edge tech and opens the region's first Experience Centre, redefining the future workplace.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 13th Nov 2019

Leadership

Forget personal development, women want to be leaders

Few training programmes focus on leadership, despite women's ambition to be leaders, says leadership expert Dr Sue Watson.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Fri, 1st Nov 2019

Cybersecurity

Security industry riddled with gender diversity issues & burnout

Gender and racial disparities persist in the cybersecurity industry, with over 91% of professionals identifying as male, according to a survey by Exabeam.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 31st Oct 2019