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Hootsuite 2021 Impact Report shows workforce more diverse

Hootsuite's 2021 Impact Report reveals its efforts in social impact, diversity, equity, inclusion, and corporate responsibility.

By Zach Thompson • 3 min read • Wed, 4th May 2022

Telstra

Pandemic accelerates adoption but widens digital divide

1 in 10 Australians are digitally excluded, and it's estimated 1 in 5 New Zealanders struggle to engage in the digital world, an industry panel hears.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 5 min read • Fri, 1st Apr 2022

Data Analytics

Spark NZ launches Beyond Binary Code for gender inclusion

Spark NZ has launched a new tool intended to promote visibility and inclusion for non-binary communities online.

By Zach Thompson • 4 min read • Fri, 25th Feb 2022

Public Sector

Digital (in)accessibility down under: Why Australia lags behind New Zealand

Infosys reveals that Australia is behind New Zealand when it comes to ensuring all digital properties are accessible.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Tue, 8th Feb 2022

Workforce Technology

Huge disconnect between leadership perception of diversity and inclusion and reality - report

Capgemini Research Institute has found only 10% of global businesses are front-runners in inclusion and diversity practices within their technology teams.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Tue, 10th Aug 2021

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

The steps CIOs should take to advance diversity, equity and inclusion

CIOs have a great opportunity to advance diversity and inclusion initiatives in their organizations, says Gartner.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 9th Jul 2021

EduTech

Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Who is Poly?

Poly is a global outfitter of pro-grade audio and video products, focusing on personal and group communication systems and solutions.

By Nick Forrester • 6 min read • Wed, 5th May 2021

Supply Chain

Four steps to achieve greater organisational diversity and inclusion

Workplaces that fail to reflect Australia's diverse population risk losing talent, business, and reputation, says a report.

By Blaise Porter • 3 min read • Tue, 16th Feb 2021

Microsoft

Microsoft launches program to help people with disabilities excel in tech

Microsoft launches pilot program to help people with disabilities excel in technology careers, promoting a more diverse workforce.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Thu, 17th Sep 2020

Unified Communications

Video: 10 Minute IT Jams – Aussie Broadband talks workplace diversity

In this interview, we speak with Aussie Broadband's general manager of corporate affairs, Janet Granger-Wilcox about workplace diversity and inclusion (D&I).

By Sara Barker • 6 min read • Wed, 8th Jul 2020

Recruitment

Okta forms inclusion council to reflect employee diversity

Okta has launched an inclusion council to enhance its diversity and inclusion initiatives, aiming to integrate these values deeper into its corporate culture.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 28th May 2020

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

2020 Hong Kong LGBT+ Inclusion Awards finalists announced

The Awards, which were established in 2015, recognise Hong Kong business' efforts to promote LGBT+ equality and inclusion.

By Sara Barker • 4 min read • Fri, 20th Mar 2020

Careers

The few women in the boardroom outpace men for top spots - Diligent Institute report

Women board members take 6.31 years on average to be elevated to a leadership role, compared to 8.02 years for men.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Fri, 13th Mar 2020

International Women's Day

IWD 2020 interview: Boomi's Tania Mushtaq

Boomi's Tania Mushtaq discusses the tech industry's need to foster inclusivity and create a deliberate framework to attract and encourage women leaders.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 10th Mar 2020

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

ANZ backs #LoveSpeech campaign to support LGBTIQ+ community

Majority of Australian LGBTIQ+ community subjected to hurtful language, says survey by ANZ. #LoveSpeech campaign launched.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Feb 2020

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Allen & Overy appoints five regional D&I partners

Allen and Overy has appointed five regional diversity and inclusion partners to bolster its global efforts, including Fiona Cumming for Asia Pacific.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 24th Feb 2020

Stories from Other Regions

Digital Inclusion stories

Cybersecurity

How safe is New Zealand's disabled community online?

New Zealand invests over $75m in cybersecurity for health system amid growing cyber threats and questions arise over online safety for disabled individuals.

By Zach Thompson • 7 min read • Tue, 22nd Mar 2022