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IWD 2023: Slow but steady - why gender equity can't be a quick fix
Information Communication & Technology

IWD 2023: Slow but steady - why gender equity can't be a quick fix

It's important organisations keep plugging away with programs and initiatives to make ICT a more female-friendly industry.

By Liza Trujillo Kirkland • 5 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023
IWD 2023: Vulnerability and our roles in achieving inclusivity for women in IT
Leadership

IWD 2023: Vulnerability and our roles in achieving inclusivity for women in IT

While we've come a long way, there is still much to do to ensure that we continue to make the workplace equitable for women.

By Belinda Pervan • 5 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: 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
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: Empowering women in technology - Building a culture of inclusivity
International Women's Day

IWD 2023: Empowering women in technology - Building a culture of inclusivity

Having people with diverse backgrounds is a critical factor in being able to see the transformations needed in our fast-changing world.

By Jen Taylor • 3 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023
IWD 2023: The reality of 'cracking the code' within a male-dominated industry
Leadership

IWD 2023: The reality of 'cracking the code' within a male-dominated industry

Cracking the code: Innovation and tech key to breaking down barriers for women this International Women's Day.

By Jane Morrell • 3 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: 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
SnapLogic announces female tech leaders to watch in 2023
IT Automation

SnapLogic announces female tech leaders to watch in 2023

As part of International Women's Day 2023, SnapLogic, an intelligent integration and enterprise automation provider, has named women tech leaders to watch.

By Gaurav Sharma • 5 min read • Tue, 7th Mar 2023
Megantic mentorship program helps female eCommerce leaders
Marketing Technologies

Megantic mentorship program helps female eCommerce leaders

In celebration of International Women's Day, Megantic highlights its success in helping female eCommerce leaders with its program, Megantic Mentors, since 2021.

By Gaurav Sharma • 3 min read • Tue, 7th Mar 2023

Stories from Other Regions

Gender equality stories

IT sector among worst performers for gender-biased language
Health Technologies

IT sector among worst performers for gender-biased language

New report reveals stagnant progress in gender-balanced language, highlighting the need for further efforts to achieve workplace gender equity.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Mon, 6th Mar 2023