Equality stories

A 24-year-old founder argues women must build the AI shaping power, or watch systems encode the blind spots that once shut them out.

In a fractured world, leaders must “give to gain” by investing in cultural intelligence, turning diversity into real inclusion and resilience.

UK tech's gender gap is no pipeline glitch but structural bias, demanding rigorous use of data and AI oversight to drive real change.

Women in tech are no longer waiting for a seat at the table - they're redefining leadership, driving growth and building new tables.

As stress soars despite supportive managers, flawed work design quietly widens equity gaps, punishing those with lives beyond work.

Cloudbrink has partnered with Girl Power Talk, offering free secure access licenses to teams in 30+ countries, enhancing connectivity in areas with limited infrastructure.

Creating a culture of belonging on boards is crucial for leveraging diverse perspectives, driving innovation, and enhancing long-term organisational performance.

Microsoft and Straker launch an advanced translation tool to help preserve the language's vibrancy and cultural significance.

Replacement of longstanding systems with advancing technology is key to promoting equality and progress, as seen from this year's International Women's Day focus.

In light of IWD 2024, business leaders are urged to inspire inclusionary practices as women still only constitute 28% of the tech workforce.

IWD 2024 hails the call for more women in the technology sector as the industry diversifies women's communication skills, empathy and creative problem-solving abilities.

IWD 2024: Datacom's Tracey Cotter-Martin underlines the importance of equity and diverse representation for the successful use of emerging technologies.

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.

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. .

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

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

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

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

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

Being in a progressive democracy like New Zealand provides an invaluable perspective: generally, women aren't disadvantaged in the workplace.