International Women's Day (IWD) stories - Page 3

Women now represent 41% of the supply chain workforce, offering diverse perspectives that boost problem-solving, sustainability, and collaboration.

SMEs increasingly turn to fintech for faster, more efficient funding solutions as traditional banks' stringent requirements hinder access to capital.

As International Women’s Day approaches, Australia faces a stark need for more female entrepreneurs in e-commerce, where they remain critically underrepresented.

Sponsorship, not luck, often drives successful careers, as one board-level director reflects on the pivotal moments that shaped her ascent.

Rachael Hedges, Managing Director of Versed, shares her journey navigating the male-dominated tech industry, emphasising the importance of communication skills.

As International Women’s Day approaches, leaders stress the urgent need to accelerate action towards gender equality, warning it may take until 2158 to achieve parity.

Amidst the celebrations of International Women's Day, experts underscore the crucial role of allyship in elevating women's success in business.

The ongoing retreat from diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives threatens to hinder competitive advantage and revenue growth in various sectors.

As AI transforms ESG compliance, the call for diverse perspectives, particularly from women, is crucial for ethical and effective decision-making.

Tesserent Academy partners with Toorak College to deliver pioneering cybersecurity training, targeting 100 female Year 10 students.

Higher Education institutions in the UK face considerable challenges as outdated tech intensifies problems around student wellbeing and retention.

Challenging stereotypes, a director recounts hiring working mothers for her first business, spotlighting their productivity and resilience, and championing gender equality.

On IWD 2024, addressing substantial gender pay gaps and shrinking DEI teams challenge the effectiveness of current strategies, demanding a strategic shift towards genuine inclusivity.

IWD 2024: Unconventional strategies such as mid-career resets and conversion courses seek to increase women's representation in data analytics, amid concerning gender gap.

Revealing only 26% of UK tech staff are women, an op-ed explores how tech firms can secure gender balance and women's progress to leadership roles.

SocialFi, a blend of decentralised finance and social media, is gathering momentum, with platforms like KangaMoon and xNinja.Tech attracting thousands of users, and set to challenge traditional social media platforms.

Ahead of IWD 2024, addressing gender disparity in Web3 is essential, with 94% of crypto executive roles held by men and the gender pay gap in the UK financial sector at 23.3%.

The global push for an unconditionally inclusive culture is underlined, spotlighting the critical roles tech industries play in promoting diversity and gender equality.

IWD 2024: Unveiling the challenges faced by women of colour in corporations, shedding light on the importance of intersectional inclusion, and exploring advocacy strategies.

On International Women's Day 2024, it's a crucial necessity to jointly combat gender-based cyber crimes and establish a secure digital space for women worldwide.