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Digital Inclusion stories - Page 4

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Digital (in)accessibility down under: Why Australia lags behind New Zealand
Tue, 8th Feb 2022
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Infosys reveals that Australia is behind New Zealand when it comes to ensuring all digital properties are accessible.
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Honeywell receives Rainbow Tick for diversity & inclusion in NZ
Thu, 20th Jan 2022
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Honeywell awarded New Zealand Rainbow Tick for LGBTTQIA+ inclusion in the workplace, joining 81 other local organisations.
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Huge disconnect between leadership perception of diversity and inclusion and reality - report
Tue, 10th Aug 2021
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Capgemini Research Institute has found only 10% of global businesses are front-runners in inclusion and diversity practices within their technology teams.
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Breaking down barriers: Inclusion the next step on Australia’s digital journey
Mon, 9th Aug 2021
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The global health crisis has highlighted the need for digital inclusion for all. Infosys aims to extend digital skills to 10 Mn+ people by 2025.
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The steps CIOs should take to advance diversity, equity and inclusion
Fri, 9th Jul 2021
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CIOs have a great opportunity to advance diversity and inclusion initiatives in their organizations, says Gartner.
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Four steps to achieve greater organisational diversity and inclusion
Tue, 16th Feb 2021
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Workplaces that fail to reflect Australia's diverse population risk losing talent, business, and reputation, says a report.
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Microsoft launches program to help people with disabilities excel in tech
Thu, 17th Sep 2020
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Microsoft launches pilot program to help people with disabilities excel in technology careers, promoting a more diverse workforce.
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Video: 10 Minute IT Jams – Aussie Broadband talks workplace diversity
Wed, 8th Jul 2020
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In this interview, we speak with Aussie Broadband's general manager of corporate affairs, Janet Granger-Wilcox about workplace diversity and inclusion (D&I).
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Okta forms inclusion council to reflect employee diversity
Thu, 28th May 2020
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Okta has launched an inclusion council to enhance its diversity and inclusion initiatives, aiming to integrate these values deeper into its corporate culture.
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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.
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Avanade Australia receives gender equality citation
Tue, 17th Mar 2020
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Avanade Australia says it is committed to promoting gender equality at the workplace and helping employees feel inspired, confident and cared for.
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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.
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IWD 2020 interview: Boomi's Tania Mushtaq
Tue, 10th Mar 2020
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Boomi's Tania Mushtaq discusses the tech industry's need to foster inclusivity and create a deliberate framework to attract and encourage women leaders.
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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.
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Allen & Overy appoints five regional D&I partners
Mon, 24th Feb 2020
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Allen and Overy has appointed five regional diversity and inclusion partners to bolster its global efforts, including Fiona Cumming for Asia Pacific.
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Have your say in the Annual NZ Workplace Diversity Survey
Mon, 24th Feb 2020
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The annual New Zealand Workplace Diversity Survey will help to shape research on diversity issues and ways to support a more inclusive New Zealand.
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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.
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Global doors open for indigenous tech company
Wed, 12th Feb 2020
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Indigenous-led Warrgambi secures landmark contract with Boon Edam Australia, boosting its footprint in security solutions for government and private sectors.
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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.
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Culture Amp aims to advance inclusion in Singapore and APAC
Fri, 10th Jan 2020
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Culture Amp has announced it will roll out its Diversity & Inclusion Starter Kit for free to all Singapore and APAC organisations.