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Empowering female talent: Breaking down self-imposed barriers
International Women's Day

Empowering female talent: Breaking down self-imposed barriers

In the tech sector, women are vital innovators yet often underestimate their abilities, creating self-imposed barriers that hinder their progress.

By Ann Lawoko and Grace Walker • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Mar 2025
Promoting inclusivity in tech on International Women's Day
Lenovo

Promoting inclusivity in tech on International Women's Day

As International Women's Day nears, tech leaders urge companies to enhance diversity and inclusion strategies, noting Australia's unique opportunity for innovation.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Mar 2025

Global Stories

Mentorship stories

Women in tech share insights ahead of International Women's Day
Software Development

Women in tech share insights ahead of International Women's Day

In anticipation of International Women's Day, women at Assured Data Protection shared insights on mentorship, learning, and inclusivity in tech careers.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Mar 2025
Women in Tech, and beyond: Embracing uncertainty and driving change in leadership
Artificial Intelligence

Women in Tech, and beyond: Embracing uncertainty and driving change in leadership

In an evolving tech landscape, embracing uncertainty can empower women leaders to drive innovation, challenging traditional barriers to representation and success.

By Kellie Clenton • 4 min read • Fri, 7th Mar 2025
The Future of Work: Empowering the Next Generation Through Technology and Bridging the Gap
Human Capital Management

The Future of Work: Empowering the Next Generation Through Technology and Bridging the Gap

My First Job is empowering young Australians, especially those in the autistic community, to succeed in the evolving job market through technology and tailored support.

By Cass Champion • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Mar 2025
Breaking bots and barriers: Accelerating gender inclusion in Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity

Breaking bots and barriers: Accelerating gender inclusion in Cybersecurity

As International Women's Day celebrates progress, experts highlight the need for greater gender diversity in cybersecurity to tackle evolving threats and ensure innovation.

By Elizabeth Creed • 5 min read • Fri, 7th Mar 2025
IWD 2025: Why Women in Cybersecurity Leadership Aren't Just Important—They're Essential
Partner Programmes

IWD 2025: Why Women in Cybersecurity Leadership Aren't Just Important—They're Essential

As International Women's Day approaches, the urgent need for women in cybersecurity leadership is highlighted as vital for innovation and success in the industry.

By Nicole Steele • 4 min read • Thu, 6th Mar 2025
IWD 2025: Triathlons to boardrooms: The power of sport in leadership
Sports

IWD 2025: Triathlons to boardrooms: The power of sport in leadership

On International Women's Day, a tech leader shares how her journey in sports instilled resilience and leadership skills that empowered her in a male-dominated industry.

By Céline Gauthier-Darnis • 5 min read • Thu, 6th Mar 2025
IWD 2025: Navigating your career growth: Empowering women in technology
Australian Bureau of Statistics

IWD 2025: Navigating your career growth: Empowering women in technology

As International Women's Day 2025 approaches, the tech industry faces an uphill battle with women comprising only 29% of the workforce amid a stubborn 11.9% pay gap.

By May Yang • 4 min read • Thu, 6th Mar 2025
Breaking barriers: Women in IT and the path to equality
Cybersecurity

Breaking barriers: Women in IT and the path to equality

On International Women's Day, women in IT advocate for equality, emphasising mentorship and the importance of representation in a male-dominated industry.

By Zoe Smith • 4 min read • Thu, 6th Mar 2025
Championing women in STEM through visibility and mentorship
Data Science

Championing women in STEM through visibility and mentorship

At SAP, a young intern highlights how visible female leaders inspire her and stresses the need for mentorship and adaptable roles to support women in STEM.

By Angela Colantuono • 5 min read • Wed, 5th Mar 2025
IWD 2025: Empowering women to thrive in Tech Sales
International Women's Day

IWD 2025: Empowering women to thrive in Tech Sales

On International Women's Day, a sales leader urges businesses in technology to overcome gender barriers and attract more women into rewarding sales careers.

By Sue Dingwall • 4 min read • Wed, 5th Mar 2025
IWD 2025: Breaking Barriers: building an inclusive tech industry where women thrive
International Women's Day

IWD 2025: Breaking Barriers: building an inclusive tech industry where women thrive

As International Women's Day 2025 approaches, the tech industry is urged to foster an inclusive culture where women thrive through representation and support.

By Karina Flynn • 4 min read • Wed, 5th Mar 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Mentorship stories

Being heard as a female senior leader
International Women's Day

Being heard as a female senior leader

As women ascend to leadership roles, they often grapple with being unheard; but overcoming this challenge is vital for future generations, particularly in male-dominated fields.

By Rebecca Chapman • 4 min read • Fri, 7th Mar 2025
Breaking barriers: How I transitioned into Tech and why we need more women-led innovation
International Women's Day

Breaking barriers: How I transitioned into Tech and why we need more women-led innovation

Women comprise only 15% of tech startup founders globally, yet one woman's journey from architecture to tech seeks to change this narrative and inspire innovation.

By Katerina Joannides • 4 min read • Thu, 6th Mar 2025
From Intern to Leader: Transforming Experience into Opportunity
EduTech

From Intern to Leader: Transforming Experience into Opportunity

With internships evolving from mundane tasks to valuable career launching pads, strategic placements can significantly boost job prospects for graduates.

By Emma Adby • 5 min read • Thu, 6th Mar 2025
IWD 2025: Female coders empowered through culture and connection
Digitalisation

IWD 2025: Female coders empowered through culture and connection

On International Women's Day 2025, empowerment for female coders hinges on cultural change and community support to combat tech's male-dominated landscape.

By Seok Ling Wong • 4 min read • Thu, 6th Mar 2025