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IWD 2024: Including the newcomers - Why I’m laser-focused on paying it forward
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In celebration of International Women's Day 2024, I reflect on the transformative power of advocacy in my IT career and my commitment to paying it forward to the newcomers.
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IWD 2024: Championing women in STEM and cybersecurity: Key to safeguarding Australia's future
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On International Women's Day 2024, Australia underscored the importance of gender diversity in STEM and cybersecurity fields to bolster national security and futureproof the digital landscape.
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IWD 2024: Embracing change: The catalyst for women's empowerment in tech
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Despite increased female participation in tech, achieving inclusive leadership remains an uphill battle which involves fundamental shifts in corporate culture.
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IWD 2024: Psychological safety - Inspiring empowerment and inclusion for women in tech
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In celebration of IWD 2024, ThoughtWorks shares insights on the vital role of psychological safety in empowering women and bolstering inclusion within the technology sector.
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IWD 2024: The economic impact of investing in women in tech
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leadership
The case for gender diversity in tech transcends social fairness, underpinning substantial economic benefits that fuel innovation, financial performance, and talent pool expansion. .
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IWD 2024: Gearing up for next-gen female leaders in cybersecurity
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cybersecurity
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exclusive networks
Next-gen female cybersecurity leaders on the rise despite ongoing talent shortage, boosted by arrival of digitally savvy generation Alpha in next five years.
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IWD 2024: Accelerating progress: One challenge and one day at a time
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business
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women in technology
A seasoned technology executive reflects on her 30-year journey, confronting biases and championing change in a male-dominated industry, this International Women's Day.
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IWD 2024: Revolutionising workplace dynamics: A closer look at inclusion beyond diversity
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business
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Businesses must move beyond gender-centred diversity to generate true inclusion, viewing progress through a wider lens of diverse backgrounds and fair treatment for all employees.
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IWD 2024: Three steps to welcome women in technology
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leadership
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women in technology
There's still more that can be done to take gender out of the equation. Here are the three changes I hope to see in the industry. .
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IWD 2024: Innovating for a safer digital world: The untapped potential of women in cybersecurity
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cybersecurity
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Exploring how a diverse workforce can revolutionise cybersecurity, with a significant untapped potential in women who bring unique perspectives required for outsmarting cyber crooks.
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IWD 2024: Breaking barriers: Building a brighter future for women in technology
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edutech
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Despite improvements in attitudes towards equality, vast disparities persist in the tech industry's treatment of women, demanding urgent attention to investment, education, and mentorship.
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IWD 2024: Investing in women to create a responsible AI future
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The rapid progress in AI, especially with its ability to shape the world, will enable us to balance the playing field for women and eliminate bias.
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IWD 2024: Empowering women in tech: Four strategies to stay ahead
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workplace
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women in technology
It is imperative for companies to create an environment that allows women to thrive and contribute effectively in today's ever-changing professional world.
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IWD 2024: Reflections on professional growth in OSINT
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open source
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it professionals
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social media
By bringing diverse perspectives and experiences to the table, we can better address the complexities and challenges we face in the field.
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IWD 2024: Championing gender equality beyond International Women's Day
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leadership
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women in technology
IWD needs to mark the start of a year-long focus on gender equality, with businesses urged to ensure fair recruitment, equal pay, and diverse leadership.
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IWD 2024: Empowering women in tech
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perth
Augment Technologies takes the lead in breaking down barriers, promoting female participation in tech through flexible work culture, mentorship, and coding initiatives.
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IWD 2024: My professional experience as a woman is very different to my mother’s – Here’s why
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australian government
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women in technology
Between my mother's entry into the workforce in the 1960s and mine in 2000, Australia's progress in women's rights has significantly altered our professional experiences.
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IWD 2024: Diversity and innovation: solutions to tech skills-shortages
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it professionals
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auckland council
Addressing NZ's tech skills shortage, Mission Ready pioneers innovative programmes to develop diversity and foster home-grown talent in the IT sector.
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IWD 2024: Carving our place and shaping the future
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leadership
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women in technology
Beyond equality, women in IT are reshaping the industry, bridging societal divides and pushing for greater inclusivity, proving their importance in tech leadership.
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IWD 2024: Sharing and connections: The true foundation of the security industry
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security industry
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women in technology
Open dialogue and partnerships, critical for innovation, redefine the security industry’s foundation, as trust and shared knowledge pave the way for progress.
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IWD 2024: Crypto is in ‘catch-up’ mode when it comes to inclusivity…
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cryptocurrency
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fintech
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blockchain
Despite its promise of financial equality, the crypto industry struggles with inclusivity, marked by underrepresentation and male dominance in finance and technology.
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Exclusive: Fiona Sweeney on bridging tech's gender gap
Fri, 26th Jan 2024
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Fiona Sweeney discusses strategies to close the gender gap in tech, highlighting education and industry collaboration.
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Dynatrace appoints Laura Heisman as new Chief Marketing Officer
Mon, 22nd Jan 2024
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cloud services
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virtualisation
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digital transformation
Unified observability and security pioneer, Dynatrace, appoints Laura Heisman, seasoned marketing executive and advocate for women in tech, as their new Chief Marketing Officer.
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Sarah-Jane Peterschlingmann elected as Vice Chair of ACS Queensland BEC
Tue, 28th Nov 2023
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web development
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women in technology
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leadership
ATech's Sarah-Jane Peterschlingmann elected as Vice Chair of the Australian Computer Society Queensland BEC for 2024/2025.