International Women's Day (IWD) stories - Page 4
Women returners aren’t a risk, we’re an untapped asset
Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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employment
This International Women's Day, we must challenge the stigma around women returners in the workforce and recognise their untapped potential.
Why we need more women in Tech this International Women’s Day
Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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gender diversity
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workplace culture
This International Women’s Day, the call for more women in tech amplifies as industry statistics show only 26% representation, yet change is on the horizon.
AI and Security have a diversity problem. Here’s why it matters
Thu, 6th Mar 2025
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ai
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cybersecurity
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cloud services
Recent experiments highlight the urgent need for diverse perspectives in AI and security, as biased training data leads to significant blind spots and vulnerabilities.
Breaking barriers: How I transitioned into Tech and why we need more women-led innovation
Thu, 6th Mar 2025
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venture capital
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ux
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.
IWD 2025: Balancing AI leadership: Growth & soul in the hands of women
Thu, 6th Mar 2025
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digital transformation
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work-life balance
As AI transforms industries, women leaders are crucial in balancing technological growth with ethical responsibility, enhancing societal good and work-life balance.
IWD 2025: Levelling the playing field with paternity leave
Thu, 6th Mar 2025
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engineering
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parental leave
On International Women’s Day 2025, the call for compulsory paternity leave intensifies, aiming to level the playing field for women in tech and engineering.
IWD 2025: Funding isn’t enough, we need to talk about ownership
Thu, 6th Mar 2025
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entrepreneurship
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venture capital
As International Women's Day approaches, experts urge that increasing funding for female founders isn’t enough without addressing equity ownership and inclusion.
The role of women leaders in shaping the next generation
Thu, 6th Mar 2025
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fintech
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gender diversity
As fintech grapples with a lack of female leaders, industry experts argue that diversity is crucial for innovation and long-term success in this competitive market.
From Intern to Leader: Transforming Experience into Opportunity
Thu, 6th Mar 2025
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edutech
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higher education
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leadership
With internships evolving from mundane tasks to valuable career launching pads, strategic placements can significantly boost job prospects for graduates.
Tech firms urge action for gender equality in industry
Thu, 6th Mar 2025
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cleantech
Ahead of International Women's Day 2025, leading firms SS&C Blue Prism and SUSE urge enhanced gender equality in tech, spotlighting persistent disparities.
IWD 2025: Female coders empowered through culture and connection
Thu, 6th Mar 2025
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digitalisation
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gender diversity
On International Women's Day 2025, empowerment for female coders hinges on cultural change and community support to combat tech's male-dominated landscape.
IWD 2025: Course-correcting AI for the women’s perspective: An open letter to the Tech industry
Thu, 6th Mar 2025
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biometrics
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ai ethics & governance
As AI increasingly shapes the future, a call for the tech sector to address gender bias emerges, demanding diverse voices in the datasets that train our models.
IWD 2025: Far-reaching influence: the impact of women in business
Thu, 6th Mar 2025
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cleantech
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sustainability
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As International Women's Day 2025 approaches, the impact of women in business highlights both progress and challenges in achieving workplace equality.
IWD 2025: Why Women in Cybersecurity Leadership Aren't Just Important—They're Essential
Thu, 6th Mar 2025
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
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leadership
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.
IWD 2025: Triathlons to boardrooms: The power of sport in leadership
Thu, 6th Mar 2025
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sports
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leadership
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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.
IWD 2025: Why women should pursue the road less travelled even if they don’t herald from a tech discipline
Thu, 6th Mar 2025
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digital transformation
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ai
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cybersecurity
As Australia sees a slow rise in women within the tech workforce, leaders urge those without a tech background to embrace unconventional paths in the industry.
IWD 2025: Navigating your career growth: Empowering women in technology
Thu, 6th Mar 2025
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australian bureau of statistics
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gender equality
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.
IWD 2025: Female founders should receive more Venture Capital funding
Thu, 6th Mar 2025
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startup ecosystem
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venture capital
On International Women's Day 2025, a stark reality unfolds as female founders secure just 2% of venture capital, despite driving 85% of consumer spending.
IWD 2025: Spearheading technological innovation in complex industries
Thu, 6th Mar 2025
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collaboration
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leadership
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On International Women's Day, female leaders are championing tech-driven solutions in healthcare, aiming to transform clinical trial participation worldwide.
Shaping the future: Women leading the AI revolution on International Women's Day
Thu, 6th Mar 2025
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blockchain
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gender equality
On International Women's Day, women pioneers in AI are reshaping tech, championing diverse perspectives to ensure technology serves all of humanity.