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IWD / International Women's Day stories - Page 4

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IWD 2024: Why female representation is key to unlocking AI’s full potential
Fri, 8th Mar 2024
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Despite making up 50% of the UK population, women only account for 22% of AI and data professionals, limiting AI's full capabilities due to lack of diversity.
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IWD 2024: From top to bottom rung: The secret to success is inclusion & diversity
Fri, 8th Mar 2024
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Ahead of IWD 2024, the tech and fintech industries grapple with serious diversity issues despite women making up 42% of the workforce; inclusion and diversity could be the path to success.
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IWD 2024: You don’t need to be a techie to work in tech
Fri, 8th Mar 2024
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Underrepresentation persists in the tech sector, with alternative, non-techie routes into the industry being key for greater female inclusion, as per PWC survey.
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IWD 2024: So you want to become a female tech leader? How to make the leap
Fri, 8th Mar 2024
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In celebration of IWD 2024, we delve into practical advice for aspiring female tech leaders, examining company and self-development, using networks for growth, and developing solid coping strategies.
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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: Collaboration is key to driving diversity in tech
Fri, 8th Mar 2024
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Stereotypes hamper women's progress in tech, with only 24% reaching leadership roles in 2023. Collaboration and mentorship are essential to fostering diversity, driving innovation, and breaking barriers.
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IWD 2024: Tackling the gender gap: A call to revolutionise STEM education
Fri, 8th Mar 2024
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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: Empowering New Investors with Clear Communication
Fri, 8th Mar 2024
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Clear, accessible shareholder communication is vital to empower a growing generation of female investors, in an increasingly complex financial climate.
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IWD 2024: Between you and success, is YOU only
Fri, 8th Mar 2024
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Samina Hanif, a ten-year veteran in customer success software, shares her journey of overcoming fears and doubts to achieve success, emphasising the belief in oneself and the power of mentorship.
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IWD 2024: Active allyship: Making cyber a place for all
Fri, 8th Mar 2024
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IWD 2024 calls for authentic allyship in cybersecurity, urging organisations to move beyond the surface-level, performative displays, and pursue tangible diversity and inclusion annually.
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IWD 2024: From Sprint to Marathon - the true pace of entrepreneurial success
Fri, 8th Mar 2024
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IWD 2024: Entrepreneurial success is a marathon, not a sprint, requiring endurance, adaptability and a steadfast commitment to long-term goals.
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IWD 2024: Inspiring more women in technology - why representation is key
Fri, 8th Mar 2024
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On International Women's Day 2024, the focus is inspiring more women towards technology and the critical role of representation in overcoming systemic gender disparity in STEM fields.
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IWD 2024: Coding isn't just for boys
Fri, 8th Mar 2024
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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: More women in leadership creates better opportunities for innovation
Fri, 8th Mar 2024
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Exemplifying diversity on IWD 2024, increasing female leadership in businesses has been identified as an essential catalyst for innovation and growth.
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IWD 2024: Artificial intelligence is inherently bias - here’s how to remedy it
Fri, 8th Mar 2024
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In an AI-dominated era, inherent biases within such technologies remain a pervasive issue, highlighting the urgent need for fostering diversity among developers and leveraging AI to create equitable and inclusive tools.
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IWD 2024: Beyond the server racks - Championing women in data centers
Fri, 8th Mar 2024
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Drawing attention to the vital yet overlooked role of women in the data centre industry during IWD 2024, amid ongoing diversity and inclusivity challenges.
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IWD 2024: Young women can build amazing businesses
Fri, 8th Mar 2024
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For IWD 2024, young women are encouraged to embrace their potential to build successful businesses and challenge the gender imbalances in the tech sector.
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IWD 2024: Why representation is key to inspiring the next generation of tech-talent
Fri, 8th Mar 2024
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International Women’s Day 2024 sheds light on dwindling women's representation in tech, highlighting the urgent need for role models to inspire future talent.
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IWD 2024: Why we must support women to shatter the fintech ceiling
Fri, 8th Mar 2024
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Boosting female representation in fintech firms is pivotal for sector growth and innovation, despite women holding just 11% of fintech board seats.
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IWD 2024: Advancing women in private equity could have dramatic global impact
Fri, 8th Mar 2024
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Boosting female representation in private equity's decision-making roles could trigger a major global economic shift, as gender diversity in firms has been linked to improved performance and innovation.
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IWD 2024: Empowering women for the FinTech revolutions future
Thu, 7th Mar 2024
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In tech, gender parity remains elusive with women holding just 11% of FinTech board positions; the journey towards inclusivity is celebrated this International Women's Day.
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IWD 2024: International Women's Day 2024: Realising your own potential
Thu, 7th Mar 2024
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The edtech industry continues to evolve as a promising avenue for women to realise their full potential through various roles.
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IWD 2024: How AI can help new mothers with their mental health
Thu, 7th Mar 2024
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New research reveals the undeniable potential of AI chatbots, like Wysa, to provide essential mental health support to expectant and new mothers.
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IWD 2024: Breaking the glass ceiling – Having a seat at a gender-disbalanced table
Thu, 7th Mar 2024
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Invisible barriers, or 'glass ceilings', still hold back women and minorities in the workplace - facing these biases can push individuals and companies towards a more inclusive future.