International Women's Day (IWD) stories - Page 2

How hiring on attitude and aptitude can help more women build rewarding careers
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Hiring for attitude and aptitude rather than traditional credentials can empower women from diverse backgrounds to excel in their careers, experts say.

IWD 2025: The silent bias: how male-dominated AI is shaping our future
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As AI shapes our future, a concerning gender gap reveals that only 29% of AI-skilled workers are women, amplifying biases in technology.

Empowering Women in the Workplace: The Role of SME Businesses
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Small and medium-sized enterprises can significantly promote equity and inclusion in the workplace, fostering environments where all employees thrive.

Accelerating Action: Defending Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in a Post-DEI World
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As International Women's Day 2025 approaches, advocacy for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion faces unprecedented challenges that threaten hard-won gains.

Certes celebrates women in cyber for International Women’s Day
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Ahead of International Women's Day, Certes highlights women's vital contributions to cybersecurity, sponsoring the Most Inspiring Women in Cyber Award 2025.

Female tech leaders discuss challenges & gender parity
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As International Women's Day approaches, female tech leaders discuss the challenges and progress of gender equality in a predominantly male industry.

Free Speech in a Polarized World: Giving Everyone a Voice
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As International Women's Day approaches, a Berkeley institution reflects on 50 years of progress in women's rights and the ongoing battle for inclusive dialogue.

IWD 2025: More action, less show: The need for real change in policies, mindset and environment
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On International Women's Day 2025, the urgent need for genuine change in diversity and inclusion policies shines through as women face serious setbacks in the USA.

Navigating the backlash against corporate DEI: challenges & strategic responses
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As International Women's Day nears, companies are reaffirming DEI commitments amid rising backlash from critics citing ineffectiveness and unfair advantages.

IWD 2025: What does the future hold for diversity?
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As International Women's Day approaches, concerns escalate over recent setbacks in diversity efforts, urging tech leaders in the UK to reaffirm their commitment to inclusivity.

IWD 2025: Online learning can help fill the gender gap in STEM
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Online learning could be the key to bridging the gender gap in STEM, empowering women with flexible, accessible education opportunities in 2025.

Mastering the art of storytelling can help female leaders thrive
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Storytelling is transforming the landscape for women in leadership, helping them break barriers and thrive in traditionally male-dominated sectors.

Leveraging Data to Drive Creativity in Marketing
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Data is transforming marketing, enabling brands to leverage Creator-Generated Content for impactful campaigns that resonate with audiences and drive engagement.

The Case for More Women in Cybersecurity: Strengthening the Industry With Diverse Talent
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The cybersecurity sector anticipates a significant rise in female representation, aiming for 35% by 2031 as diverse perspectives enhance security strategies and innovation.

Women in Tech Don’t Need a ‘Career Ladder’, They Need a Career Runway
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The tech industry must re-evaluate its ladder-like career framework, allowing women to pursue technical excellence instead of being pressured into management roles.

Empowering Leadership: Building Tenure, Not Turnover
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On International Women's Day, the General Manager of APAC at Searchspring highlights the value of fostering a supportive culture that prioritises tenure and authentic leadership.

IWD 2025: Attracting Women to Cybersecurity with a Human-Centric Approach
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As International Women's Day 2025 approaches, calls grow for a human-centric approach to make cybersecurity more appealing to women, who currently comprise just 17% of the workforce.

Breaking barriers with AI: A path to workplace inclusivity for women
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As AI increasingly penetrates workplaces, experts highlight its potential to foster inclusivity for women, who remain disadvantaged in tech roles.

Redefining Leadership: The Power of Quiet Influence
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In an era celebrating women in leadership, a new perspective on quiet influence reveals its power, challenging traditional notions of authority and impact.

How women’s perspective can be beneficial in Supply Chain Management
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Women now represent 41% of the supply chain workforce, offering diverse perspectives that boost problem-solving, sustainability, and collaboration.