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Gender equality stories

Accelerate action urged for gender parity by 2158
International Women's Day

Accelerate action urged for gender parity by 2158

A WEF report reveals that full gender equality will not be achieved until 2158 at the current pace, highlighting Australia's slow but improving progress.

By Jo Bradbury • 4 min read • Fri, 7th Mar 2025

Global Stories

Gender equality stories

Leveraging unconscious bias to attract more women into Tech roles
International Women's Day

Leveraging unconscious bias to attract more women into Tech roles

On International Women's Day, Inde highlights how leveraging unconscious bias can effectively attract more women into tech roles and support their career growth.

By Natassja Savidge • 5 min read • Fri, 7th Mar 2025
In a Room of Men: Harnessing Opportunity in the Tech Sector
Massey University

In a Room of Men: Harnessing Opportunity in the Tech Sector

In a male-dominated tech landscape, one woman's journey highlights the importance of leveraging personal strength and communication to achieve success.

By Rachael Hedges • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Mar 2025
IWD 2025: The next billion users - Why Women will shape the future of Fintech
Fintech

IWD 2025: The next billion users - Why Women will shape the future of Fintech

As women increasingly shape financial landscapes, fintech firms have a crucial opportunity to design tailored solutions that meet their unique needs and aspirations.

By Ceridwen Choo • 4 min read • Fri, 7th Mar 2025
IWD 2025: Empowering women in the workforce through AI
Education, Learning & Training

IWD 2025: Empowering women in the workforce through AI

Wayfinder unveils WayGPT, an AI initiative aimed at empowering women in the workforce by enhancing access to education and professional development.

By Rebecca Moroney • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Mar 2025
IWD 2025: Accelerate Action: How mentoring programs make a difference
Extreme Networks

IWD 2025: Accelerate Action: How mentoring programs make a difference

On International Women's Day, the spotlight is on mentorship as a vital tool in fostering gender equality and empowering careers, says a leading figure at Extreme Networks.

By Rachelle Berges • 4 min read • Fri, 7th Mar 2025
Why helping women march forward starts with creating workplaces where they can thrive
Printing

Why helping women march forward starts with creating workplaces where they can thrive

Empowering women in the workplace is crucial for business success, with flexible policies at Ricoh fostering a supportive environment that boosts productivity.

By Rachel Zidan • 4 min read • Fri, 7th Mar 2025
How to support women in tech and why closing the gap matters
International Women's Day

How to support women in tech and why closing the gap matters

As the gender gap in Australian tech persists, experts call for strategic support to empower women in STEM, enhancing diversity and organisational performance.

By Nicole Gorton • 5 min read • Fri, 7th Mar 2025
Empowering women and girls: A call to action for rights, equality, and empowerment
International Women's Day

Empowering women and girls: A call to action for rights, equality, and empowerment

On International Women's Day 2025, a call to action urges advancement in women's rights and equality, highlighting the need for inclusive policies and support systems.

By Jo-Anne Ruhl • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Mar 2025
Women at Confluent: Busting myths, breaking barriers & building an inclusive future for Tech
International Women's Day

Women at Confluent: Busting myths, breaking barriers & building an inclusive future for Tech

On International Women's Day, the women of Confluent challenge outdated myths about tech careers, advocating for an inclusive future in data and technology.

By Becky Straker • 5 min read • Fri, 7th Mar 2025
Breaking barriers: Overcoming challenges for women in the IT sector
International Women's Day

Breaking barriers: Overcoming challenges for women in the IT sector

Women in the IT sector face challenges from cultural biases to a persistent gender leadership gap, but initiatives are underway to foster inclusivity and empowerment.

By Amber Ang • 5 min read • Fri, 7th Mar 2025
Leading through uncertainty: Women's leadership skills are no longer 'soft' - they're essential
International Women's Day

Leading through uncertainty: Women's leadership skills are no longer 'soft' - they're essential

As complexity deepens globally, women's leadership skills have become essential, showcasing adaptability, collaboration, and relational strength in Aotearoa's uncertain landscape.

By Jennifer and Naomi Garvey Berger • 4 min read • Fri, 7th Mar 2025
Tech firms urge action for gender equality in industry
Artificial Intelligence

Tech firms urge action for gender equality in industry

Ahead of International Women's Day 2025, leading firms SS&C Blue Prism and SUSE urge enhanced gender equality in tech, spotlighting persistent disparities.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Mar 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Gender equality stories

IWD 2025: Women in technology = Debiasing technology
Generative AI

IWD 2025: Women in technology = Debiasing technology

As International Women's Day 2025 approaches, the stark gender imbalance in tech leadership threatens to bias the future of technology, demanding urgent action.

By Preety Kumar • 5 min read • Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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
IWD 2025: Levelling the playing field with paternity leave
Engineering

IWD 2025: Levelling the playing field with paternity 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.

By Josephine Ornago • 5 min read • Thu, 6th Mar 2025
IWD 2025: Funding isn't enough, we need to talk about ownership
International Women's Day

IWD 2025: Funding isn't enough, we need to talk about ownership

As International Women's Day approaches, experts urge that increasing funding for female founders isn't enough without addressing equity ownership and inclusion.

By Alicia Porter • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Mar 2025