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IWD 2023: Applying for the role now helps future women in STEM
Careers

IWD 2023: Applying for the role now helps future women in STEM

Women apply for 20% fewer jobs than men, often feeling they need to meet 100% of the criteria. But it's time to change that mindset. #WomenInSTEM.

By Natalie Mead • 4 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023
IWD 2023: Architecting change to truly embrace equity
International Women's Day

IWD 2023: Architecting change to truly embrace equity

As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, closing the global gender gap has increased by a generation from 99.5 years to 135.6 years.

By Tanur Parira • 5 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023
IWD 2023: The circular economy for e-waste needs more (wo)manpower
Clean technologies

IWD 2023: The circular economy for e-waste needs more (wo)manpower

The planet desperately needs more people to act sustainably, but that burden of responsibility shouldn't fall squarely on women's shoulders.

By Gulrez Tyebji • 3 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023
IWD 2023: How to build a more diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace culture
International Women's Day

IWD 2023: How to build a more diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace culture

Diversity, equity and inclusion are vital for innovation and growth. Leaders must address biases and hire for diversity. #DEI #businessdevelopment.

By Jill Macmurchy • 5 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023
IWD 2023: Preventing tokenism in diversity, equity, and inclusion strategy
International Women's Day

IWD 2023: Preventing tokenism in diversity, equity, and inclusion strategy

In honour of IWD 2023, I encourage organisations working on their diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) strategies to actively avoid tokenism.

By Claire Thomas • 5 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023
IWD 2023: A healthier balance - How ICT organisations can improve their gender ratios
Leadership

IWD 2023: A healthier balance - How ICT organisations can improve their gender ratios

In the high-tech space, where I've worked as a people and culture leader for many years, we're still significantly underrepresented.

By Larissa Lefevre • 4 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023
IWD 2023: Thriving as a generalist in the tech industry
IT Industry

IWD 2023: Thriving as a generalist in the tech industry

This year's International Women's Day theme of embracing equity resonates deeply with women in the tech industry, who are thriving despite challenges.

By Anouchka Bee Forey • 5 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023
Internet of Things doesn't have to be overwhelming
Smart Cities

Internet of Things doesn't have to be overwhelming

Smart cities, buildings, and utilities face similar challenges in deploying IoT. Open standards and LPWANs, like LoRaWAN, offer cost-effective solutions.

By Donna Moore • 3 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023
IWD 2023: Equity for profit - The benefits of a diverse workforce in the ICT industry
Information Communication & Technology

IWD 2023: Equity for profit - The benefits of a diverse workforce in the ICT industry

The technology industry in ANZ is making progress in embracing equity and diversity, but more needs to be done.

By Libby Macgregor • 3 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023
IWD 2023: There's opportunity for women in cyber if you're bold enough to seize it
Cybersecurity

IWD 2023: There's opportunity for women in cyber if you're bold enough to seize it

Having pivoted into cybersecurity over the past one and a half years, I can say with certainty that this growing industry holds so many prospects for women.

By Megha Koli • 5 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023
IWD 2023: Listen, learn and lean in to improve equity
International Women's Day

IWD 2023: Listen, learn and lean in to improve equity

Gender equity, diversity, and inclusion are crucial in the workplace. Listening to every voice is the fundamental first step in promoting sustainable change.

By Tarsha McCormick • 4 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023
IWD 2023: The five elements that ensure women in tech reach their full potential
Careers

IWD 2023: The five elements that ensure women in tech reach their full potential

Promoting gender diversity in technology: role models, talent development, personalisation, networking, and career ownership.

By Kristin Hays • 5 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023
IWD 2023: How men can, and should, support women in tech
International Women's Day

IWD 2023: How men can, and should, support women in tech

Advocating for women and helping to bridge the gender gap in tech is not something done on the side. Instead, it must become a mindset.

By Anais Urlichs • 7 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023
IWD 2023: Embracing equity - The importance of allyship for women in technology
International Women's Day

IWD 2023: Embracing equity - The importance of allyship for women in technology

Celebrate International Women's Day with PayPal as they champion gender equality and advocate for women in the tech industry and beyond.

By Daniela Fernandez • 4 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023
IWD 2023: Bolstering diversity in the tech industry
ASUS

IWD 2023: Bolstering diversity in the tech industry

Growing numbers of women are playing a significant role in the creation and utilization of technology, helping to advance the industry.

By Emma Ou • 6 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023
IWD 2023: Refocusing cybersecurity's gender lens to defend the digital realm
Cybersecurity

IWD 2023: Refocusing cybersecurity's gender lens to defend the digital realm

Cybersecurity is one of the remaining bastions where men continue to outnumber women, hindering diversity and representation.

By Charlie Hales • 5 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023

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IWD 2023: Starlight's CEO celebrates 20 year milestone
Health Technologies

IWD 2023: Starlight's CEO celebrates 20 year milestone

Louise Baxter, CEO of Starlight Children's Foundation, reflects on its long-term impact and growth as she celebrates 20 years with the company.

By Louise Baxter • 5 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023