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International Women's Day (IWD) stories - Page 9

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IWD 2024: Revolutionising workplace dynamics: A closer look at inclusion beyond diversity
Thu, 7th Mar 2024
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Businesses must move beyond gender-centred diversity to generate true inclusion, viewing progress through a wider lens of diverse backgrounds and fair treatment for all employees.
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IWD 2024: Why organisations need to make inclusion a long-term goal
Thu, 7th Mar 2024
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The case for long-term inclusion strategies is championed amid persistent gender imbalance in Australia's tech sector, stressing the importance of sustainable efforts in fostering diversity.
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IWD 2024: Three steps to welcome women in technology
Thu, 7th Mar 2024
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software development
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leadership
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. .
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IWD 2024: Remote work breaks down borders and bias
Thu, 7th Mar 2024
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Amid biases and inadequate leadership representation, remote work facilitates inclusive growth opportunities and improved work-life balance for women worldwide.
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IWD 2024: Inspiring diversity in data - My journey in the industry
Thu, 7th Mar 2024
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sales
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engineering
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Determined to stimulate diversity in the data industry, Cathy Conroy shares her journey of championing female inclusion across tech roles in Australia and New Zealand.
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IWD 2024: Innovating for a safer digital world: The untapped potential of women in cybersecurity
Thu, 7th Mar 2024
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cybersecurity
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women in technology
Exploring how a diverse workforce can revolutionise cybersecurity, with a significant untapped potential in women who bring unique perspectives required for outsmarting cyber crooks.
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IWD 2024: Seats at the table: How leaders can inspire inclusion at every level
Thu, 7th Mar 2024
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productivity
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culture
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Business leaders are urged to inspire inclusivity by taking proactive steps and fostering diversity, equity and inclusion beyond the aspirational, in light of International Women’s Day theme.
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IWD 2024: Women need to speak up to ensure AI benefits everyone
Thu, 7th Mar 2024
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Greater diversity and women's input necessary in AI development to curtail risks of skewed real-world outcomes and ensure benefits for all, experts stress.
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IWD 2024: Breaking barriers: Building a brighter future for women in technology
Thu, 7th Mar 2024
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government
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Despite improvements in attitudes towards equality, vast disparities persist in the tech industry's treatment of women, demanding urgent attention to investment, education, and mentorship.
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IWD 2024: Advice for women seeking and building a career in cybersecurity
Thu, 7th Mar 2024
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On International Women's Day 2024, industry veteran encourages women to confidently pursue cybersecurity careers, dispelling fears and underlining the sector's need for diverse skill sets and perspectives.
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IWD 2024: Investing in women to create a responsible AI future
Thu, 7th Mar 2024
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The rapid progress in AI, especially with its ability to shape the world, will enable us to balance the playing field for women and eliminate bias.
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IWD 2024: Empowering women in tech: Four strategies to stay ahead
Thu, 7th Mar 2024
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women in technology
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workplace
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feedback
It is imperative for companies to create an environment that allows women to thrive and contribute effectively in today's ever-changing professional world.
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IWD 2024: Speak with your subconscious to enhance progress everywhere
Thu, 7th Mar 2024
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investment
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mental health
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financial literacy
A focus of International Women's Day 2024 supports personal investment to enrich lives, enhance careers, and empower industries.
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IWD 2024: Reflections on professional growth in OSINT
Thu, 7th Mar 2024
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open source
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social media
By bringing diverse perspectives and experiences to the table, we can better address the complexities and challenges we face in the field.
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IWD 2024: Bridging gender gaps in the tech sector and startups
Thu, 7th Mar 2024
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cybersecurity
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Ahead of IWD 2024, the stark contrast between rising female-owned startups and the persistent pay gap in the tech industry underlines the importance of bridging gender gaps.
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IWD 2024: Championing gender equality beyond International Women's Day
Thu, 7th Mar 2024
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IWD needs to mark the start of a year-long focus on gender equality, with businesses urged to ensure fair recruitment, equal pay, and diverse leadership.
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IWD 2024: Empowering women in tech
Thu, 7th Mar 2024
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Augment Technologies takes the lead in breaking down barriers, promoting female participation in tech through flexible work culture, mentorship, and coding initiatives.
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IWD 2024: My professional experience as a woman is very different to my mother’s – Here’s why
Thu, 7th Mar 2024
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women in technology
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australian government
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gender equality
Between my mother's entry into the workforce in the 1960s and mine in 2000, Australia's progress in women's rights has significantly altered our professional experiences.
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IWD 2024: The data behind the drive for gender equality in technology
Thu, 7th Mar 2024
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On this 49th International Women's Day, a top female tech leader addresses Australia's significant gender pay gap and advocates for action towards diversity, equality and inclusion.
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IWD 2024: Can we stop calling it 'remote work' already?
Thu, 7th Mar 2024
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smart home
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wireless networks
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hybrid & remote work
With the shift to home working becoming the norm circa 2020, the term remote work is outdated and irrelevant; work is work, regardless of location.