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IWD 2023: Encouraging the next generation of women into the tech industry
IT Industry

IWD 2023: Encouraging the next generation of women into the tech industry

While women make up 51% of the population and half of the workforce, they account for just 16% of the Quantity Surveying profession.

By Jane Northey • 4 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023
IWD 2023: Why women aren't putting their hands up for boards positions
Leadership

IWD 2023: Why women aren't putting their hands up for boards positions

In 2023, we still have less than 35% of women on boards in Australia. It seems that glass ceilings still exist, even on boards.

By Lauren Ryder • 5 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023
IWD 2023: Beyond shipping - Empowering diversity in logistics
Supply Chain

IWD 2023: Beyond shipping - Empowering diversity in logistics

While it might seem like an out-of-the-box career choice, the reality is that the sector is so much more than just sending parcels.

By Laura Hill • 4 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023

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IWD 2023: How equity can boost organisational success
International Women's Day

IWD 2023: How equity can boost organisational success

Study reveals that women are underrepresented in leadership roles and not promoted at the same rate as men. Diversity and equity still a challenge.

By Yvonne Szeto • 5 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023
IWD 2023: The hidden cost of being a Female Tech Entrepreneur
Entrepreneur

IWD 2023: The hidden cost of being a Female Tech Entrepreneur

The entrepreneurs that I met before starting my own journey saw the world differently, and I wanted to see the world from their lens.

By Jennifer Reyes • 5 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023
IWD 2023: Women in Technology - A Perspective from the Academics
IT Industry

IWD 2023: Women in Technology - A Perspective from the Academics

Being a subset of STEM, the information systems and technology space has also been male-dominated and riddled with gender biases and stereotypes.

By Prof. Christy M K Cheung • 5 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023
IWD 2023: Culture Matters - How to Cultivate Elite, Highly Effective Teams
Software Development

IWD 2023: Culture Matters - How to Cultivate Elite, Highly Effective Teams

I've been a manager for more than 15 years, and during that time, I've learned not only from others' mistakes and best practices but from my own.

By Neta Gur-Ari Krakover • 6 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023
IWD 2023: Supporting Women in the Workplace, Beyond International Women's Day
International Women's Day

IWD 2023: Supporting Women in the Workplace, Beyond International Women's Day

The past decade alone has seen big changes to female representation in the workplace, but there's still a long way to go.

By Jo-Anne Ruhl • 5 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023
IWD 2023: Building the skills and mindset you need for a lasting career
Leadership

IWD 2023: Building the skills and mindset you need for a lasting career

Sarah Danzl, VP of Communications and Customer Advocacy at Degreed, discusses how to build a lasting career this International Women's Day. .

By Sarah Danzl • 4 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023
IWD 2023: How ICT businesses can bring more women onto the team
International Women's Day

IWD 2023: How ICT businesses can bring more women onto the team

We need to get more proactive about identifying and securing capable women who we can train and mentor into roles of increasing responsibility and challenge.

By Natalie Barrett • 4 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023
IWD 2023: Why Gender Equity In Tech Matters More Than Ever
Health Technologies

IWD 2023: Why Gender Equity In Tech Matters More Than Ever

Tech's rapid evolution impacts society, the workplace, and the planet. FedEx's Shalini Mathur calls for more opportunities for women in STEM.

By Kawal Preet • 5 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023
IWD 2023: Digitalising financial services for better inclusion of women
Financing

IWD 2023: Digitalising financial services for better inclusion of women

The topic of equity is especially pronounced when we take a look at financial inclusion for women here in Australia.

By Annalie Davies • 4 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023
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: 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: Growing and leading high-performing teams during times of rapid change
Leadership

IWD 2023: Growing and leading high-performing teams during times of rapid change

Now more than ever, leaders must ensure they are supporting their teams to learn and adopt digital technologies that can make our lives and our work better.

By Ljubica Radoicic • 4 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023
IWD 2023: Cracking the code for creativity as a female software developer
Software Development

IWD 2023: Cracking the code for creativity as a female software developer

Female software developer shares her experience and highlights the creativity and variety of career paths in the male-dominated industry. #WomenInTech.

By Sarvenaz Vaziri • 6 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

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