Gender Gap stories
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AI skills gap threatens Australian job security, says Randstad
Tue, 19th Nov 2024
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A recent Randstad report reveals a generative AI skills gap in Australia, with only 36% of white-collar workers receiving training amidst 68% of firms using AI daily.
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Altis Consulting renews DevelopHer programme for women in STEM
Thu, 5th Sep 2024
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it training
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data analytics
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jobs
Altis Consulting renews commitment to gender equality in STEM with updated DevelopHer programme, starting September 2024, offering tailored training and guaranteed jobs.
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Tackling the gender gap in cybersecurity: Advancing women's participation and leadership
Fri, 30th Aug 2024
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ai
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collaboration
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leadership
On International Women in Cyber Day, initiatives aim to address the gender gap in cybersecurity, advocating for more women in leadership roles to drive diversity and innovation.
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International Women in Cyber Day highlights diversity challenges
Fri, 30th Aug 2024
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cybersecurity
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women in technology
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jobs
International Women in Cyber Day highlights the vital role of diversity in cybersecurity. Companies like Transmit Security and CMTG lead efforts to include more women in the field.
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ACS Victoria launches workshop for skilled migrant spouses
Mon, 22nd Jul 2024
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skills gap
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acs
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industry experts
The Australian Computer Society's new workshop series in Victoria aims to help skilled migrant spouses navigate the local ICT job market, addressing employment challenges.
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Women in Digital add cybersecurity award to 2024 line-up
Wed, 19th Jun 2024
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Women in Digital Awards unveil a new category to honour female leaders in cybersecurity, aiming to spotlight women in the predominantly male sector. Nominations open.
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Study finds common names & gender disparities in UK tech industry
Thu, 13th Jun 2024
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hcm
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healthtech
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payroll systems
A Vestd study reveals 'James' and 'Samantha' as the most common names in the UK's tech industry, sparking discussions on gender stereotypes and diversity in the workforce.
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LiveRem launches free real-time gender pay gap analysis tool
Thu, 30th May 2024
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data analytics
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hcm
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bi
LiveRem has launched New Zealand’s first free real-time gender pay gap analysis tool, helping businesses streamline payroll and HR data to address pay disparities.
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High AI wages & gender gap in Australia, reveals Randstad study
Wed, 8th May 2024
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Australia is among the top three countries paying premium wages for AI skills, however, men still dominate with 81% of the workforce, reveals a Randstad study.
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TCS Sustainathon Malaysia 2024 challenges STEM gender gap
Mon, 8th Apr 2024
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students
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universities
Over 200 Malaysian students from 30 universities joined Tata Consultancy Services' Sustainathon, developing innovative strategies aimed at bridging the gender gap in STEM fields.
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Gen Z Australians show high usage of AI, reveals new report
Mon, 18th Mar 2024
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Majority of Gen Z Australians utilise Artificial Intelligence (AI), with an interest most prominent in socio-economically disadvantaged and culturally diverse groups.
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IWD 2024: Breaking barriers in sportstech through cross-industry engagement
Fri, 8th Mar 2024
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sportstech
Australia's sportstech sector, generating A$4.25 billion, fosters cross-industry collaboration leading to improved diversity and broader opportunities.
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IWD 2024: Empower Women Developers in the Open-Source Community
Fri, 8th Mar 2024
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developers
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software engineering
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economics
Celebrating International Women's Day 2024, we reflect on the strides towards gender equality in the open-source software community, with focus on empowering women developers.
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IWD 2024: Why including more women in the cybersecurity sector is a win-win
Fri, 8th Mar 2024
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hackers
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business continuity
For International Women's Day 2024, this piece explores the significant benefits and growing need to involve more women in the cybersecurity sector.
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IWD 2024: A mentor mindset: The next generation of women in cybersecurity
Fri, 8th Mar 2024
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data privacy
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cybersecurity
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programming
Female leaders look to curb Australia's talent shortage in cybersecurity by fostering a mentor mindset, countering the woefully low 17% of women in the field today.
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IWD 2024: Fintech female leaders share insights on investing in women
Fri, 8th Mar 2024
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it industry
For International Women's Day 2024, female leaders in fintech and AI discuss their experiences in the industry and stressed the importance of investing in women to foster change.
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IWD 2024: Navigating the gendered landscape of marketing
Fri, 8th Mar 2024
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On International Women's Day 2024, challenging the deep-seated gender biases in the marketing industry calls for both frank conversations and systemic change.
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IWD 2024: Tackling the gender gap: A call to revolutionise STEM education
Fri, 8th Mar 2024
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it training
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schools
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girls in stem
As the International Women's Day 2024 approaches, UK tech industry veteran, Juliet Moran, criticises the education system for the continual underrepresentation of women in technology-related fields.
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IWD 2024: Coding isn't just for boys
Fri, 8th Mar 2024
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online courses
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coding
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mobile apps
IWD 2024 reveals coding's gender disparity, challenging stereotypes and urging investment in female talent to foster innovation and sustain industry growth.
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IWD 2024: Why we must support women to shatter the fintech ceiling
Fri, 8th Mar 2024
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progress
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business success
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visibility
Boosting female representation in fintech firms is pivotal for sector growth and innovation, despite women holding just 11% of fintech board seats.