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Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) stories - Page 17

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) encompass crucial principles aimed at fostering workplaces and communities where all individuals are respected, empowered, and given equitable opportunities to succeed, regardless of gender, ethnicity, age, ability, or background. This tag explores how organisations across sectors are integrating DEI values into hiring practices, leadership development, corporate responsibility, and innovation strategies.

Our recent stories highlight a broad spectrum of efforts and challenges related to DEI—from companies achieving certifications for inclusive workplaces and recognising the role of women in leadership, to addressing gender pay gaps, combating unconscious bias, and promoting diversity in STEM and technology fields. They also shed light on the intersection of DEI with digital transformation, human resource strategies, sustainability goals, and emerging technologies like AI.

By reading these stories, you can gain insights into practical approaches for implementing DEI initiatives, understand the measurable benefits that diversity brings to business performance and innovation, and learn about ongoing barriers such as gender disparities, inclusion of LGBTQ+ employees, and supporting neurodiversity. Whether you are a leader, employee, or advocate, this tag offers valuable perspectives on building workplaces and industries that embrace equity and foster a culture of belonging.

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IWD 2023: Investing in Innovation and Technology for Gender Equality

Wed, 8th Mar 2023
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Organisations today must strive to constantly recalibrate their processes to promote a diverse, inclusive, and progressive workplace culture.
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IWD 2023: 26.7% of Women in Tech is not nearly enough

Wed, 8th Mar 2023
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Women only make up 36% of enrolments in university STEM courses and just 16% of enrolments in vocational STEM courses.
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IWD 2023: Why we must be louder about women in music

Wed, 8th Mar 2023
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From artists to songwriters, producers, executives and beyond - women continue to be chronically underrepresented at all levels across the industry.
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IWD 2023: #EmbraceEquity – innovating towards a gender equal future

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Despite the celebrated response to the pandemic by female leaders, women still trail men when it comes to securing decision-making and C-suite positions.
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IWD 2023: How programs can contribute to a healthier gender balance

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Greater female representation in Australian ICT organisations won't come about by accident, notes BeyondTrust's VP Talent Management, Laura Edwards-Lassner .
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IWD 2023: How to overcome inequity and secure a satisfying career

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Life isn't fair and many people find themselves in challenging circumstances that make it hard to get out of the starting blocks.
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IWD 2023: Why Women Are the Answer to Cybersecurity's Talent Shortage

Wed, 8th Mar 2023
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Despite progress made in bringing more women into the industry over the last few years, they still only make up 25% of the global cybersecurity workforce.
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IWD 2023: Overcoming gender biases in the tech industry and beyond

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It's important to remember that it's impossible to please everyone, and trying to do so is a recipe for unhappiness.
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IWD 2023: It shouldn't take innovation to make gender equality happen

Wed, 8th Mar 2023
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While the information management (IM) and data privacy sectors are well represented by women, the more senior the role, the bigger the gender disparity becomes.
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IWD 2023: 5 steps to eliminate the gender pay gap

Wed, 8th Mar 2023
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As we 'celebrate' another International Women's Day, the time for Australian companies to take action to close the gender pay gap is now.
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IWD 2023: Unlocking the spirit of female entrepreneurism

Wed, 8th Mar 2023
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Entrenched social norms, unconscious biases and a lack of representation of women in senior roles create barriers for women looking to enter the workforce.
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IWD 2023: Why it's time the cyber sector improved its gender ratio

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There are opportunities galore for women to make their mark in the cybersecurity and they should be encouraged to explore and embrace them.
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IWD 2023: Unboxing to build diversity and close the gender gap

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One of the more difficult challenges to overcome is that women, quite simply, aren't putting themselves forward or applying for these roles.
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IWD 2023: Taking two steps forward towards gender equity in a hybrid working world

Wed, 8th Mar 2023
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Hybrid work arrangements have the potential to create gaps between those who work from home and those who work in the office, regardless of gender.
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IWD 2023: Women need a seat at the table and support to get them there

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This year's theme challenges us to deepen our understanding and use it to cultivate a more inclusive and supportive ecosystem.
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IWD 2023: Turning Our DEI Analysis Inward for Lessons on Women in Tech

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Going into this case study, we expected that we would gain an understanding of systemic factors that help bring more women into tech.
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IWD 2023: Embracing strengths of diversity and uplifting women

Wed, 8th Mar 2023
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How do we challenge tech companies to review practices to become more inclusive and to empower women to bring out their best potential?.
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IWD 2023: My strategies for the balance of being a woman leader

Wed, 8th Mar 2023
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Although opportunities for women have grown in the workplace, there's still a significant gap between male and female employees in management.
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IWD 2023: We can't leave women behind in this digital-first world

Wed, 8th Mar 2023
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We're so clearly already living in a digital-first world, so how do we start to solve the issue of the lack of gender balance in tech?.
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IWD 2023: How changing times can be an opportunity to embrace equity

Wed, 8th Mar 2023
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Look out for ways to boost diversity and inclusion while you're shaking things up, says Lisa Baldwin, Regional Business Manager, Ricoh Australia.