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If talking about diversity was all that was needed, we'd have gender equality by now
Supply Chain

If talking about diversity was all that was needed, we'd have gender equality by now

As International Women's Day prompts reflection on female achievement, stark statistics reveal that true gender parity could take until 2158 to realise.

By Paulette Cotter • 5 min read • Thu, 6th Mar 2025

Global Stories

Opinion stories

IWD 2025: Far-reaching influence: the impact of women in business
Clean technologies

IWD 2025: Far-reaching influence: the impact of women in business

As International Women's Day 2025 approaches, the impact of women in business highlights both progress and challenges in achieving workplace equality.

By Eva Skidmore • 5 min read • Thu, 6th Mar 2025
IWD 2025: Why Women in Cybersecurity Leadership Aren't Just Important—They're Essential
Partner Programmes

IWD 2025: Why Women in Cybersecurity Leadership Aren't Just Important—They're Essential

As International Women's Day approaches, the urgent need for women in cybersecurity leadership is highlighted as vital for innovation and success in the industry.

By Nicole Steele • 4 min read • Thu, 6th Mar 2025
IWD 2025: Triathlons to boardrooms: The power of sport in leadership
Sports

IWD 2025: Triathlons to boardrooms: The power of sport in leadership

On International Women's Day, a tech leader shares how her journey in sports instilled resilience and leadership skills that empowered her in a male-dominated industry.

By Céline Gauthier-Darnis • 5 min read • Thu, 6th Mar 2025
IWD 2025: Navigating your career growth: Empowering women in technology
Australian Bureau of Statistics

IWD 2025: Navigating your career growth: Empowering women in technology

As International Women's Day 2025 approaches, the tech industry faces an uphill battle with women comprising only 29% of the workforce amid a stubborn 11.9% pay gap.

By May Yang • 4 min read • Thu, 6th Mar 2025
IWD 2025: Female founders should receive more Venture Capital funding
International Women's Day

IWD 2025: Female founders should receive more Venture Capital funding

On International Women's Day 2025, a stark reality unfolds as female founders secure just 2% of venture capital, despite driving 85% of consumer spending.

By Libby Ryan • 5 min read • Thu, 6th Mar 2025
The race to six: Navigating the path to sustainable growth
Data Analytics

The race to six: Navigating the path to sustainable growth

CEOs across industries share a common challenge: the quest for sustainable growth. Aiming for six per cent annual growth, firms must optimise processes and harness automation.

By Adam Lawrence • 7 min read • Thu, 6th Mar 2025
How finance teams can catch fraud early and increase audit efficiency
Risk & Compliance

How finance teams can catch fraud early and increase audit efficiency

Finance teams are urged to enhance fraud detection and audit efficiency as businesses face increasing revenue losses and evolving tactics amidst economic pressures.

By Fabian Calle • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Mar 2025
Breaking barriers: Women in IT and the path to equality
Cybersecurity

Breaking barriers: Women in IT and the path to equality

On International Women's Day, women in IT advocate for equality, emphasising mentorship and the importance of representation in a male-dominated industry.

By Zoe Smith • 4 min read • Thu, 6th Mar 2025
Accelerating Action across the technology industry on International Women's Day
International Women's Day

Accelerating Action across the technology industry on International Women's Day

On International Women's Day 2025, the tech industry is urged to address gender inequality, with women holding only 28% of roles and facing a $15K pay gap.

By Denise Natali • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Mar 2025
Breaking Barriers: Women in Tech Across The Org
International Women's Day

Breaking Barriers: Women in Tech Across The Org

Despite comprising only 25% of the tech workforce, women contribute across all roles in the industry, highlighting the need for increased diversity and leadership pathways.

By Danielle Goode Coady • 6 min read • Wed, 5th Mar 2025
Championing women in STEM through visibility and mentorship
Data Science

Championing women in STEM through visibility and mentorship

At SAP, a young intern highlights how visible female leaders inspire her and stresses the need for mentorship and adaptable roles to support women in STEM.

By Angela Colantuono • 5 min read • Wed, 5th Mar 2025
How the evolution of the CDR unlocks new opportunities for non-bank Lenders
Data Privacy

How the evolution of the CDR unlocks new opportunities for non-bank Lenders

The evolution of Australia's Consumer Data Right is set to transform lending, allowing non-bank lenders to innovate and enhance consumer choice by 2026.

By Brett Bolam • 6 min read • Wed, 5th Mar 2025

Stories from Other Regions

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IWD 2025: Spearheading technological innovation in complex industries
Unified Communications

IWD 2025: Spearheading technological innovation in complex industries

On International Women's Day, female leaders are championing tech-driven solutions in healthcare, aiming to transform clinical trial participation worldwide.

By Charlotte Bradshaw • 4 min read • Thu, 6th Mar 2025
Shaping the future: Women leading the AI revolution on International Women's Day
Blockchain

Shaping the future: Women leading the AI revolution on International Women's Day

On International Women's Day, women pioneers in AI are reshaping tech, championing diverse perspectives to ensure technology serves all of humanity.

By Janet Adams • 2 min read • Thu, 6th Mar 2025
Empowering female talent: Breaking down self-imposed barriers
International Women's Day

Empowering female talent: Breaking down self-imposed barriers

In the tech sector, women are vital innovators yet often underestimate their abilities, creating self-imposed barriers that hinder their progress.

By Ann Lawoko and Grace Walker • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Mar 2025
Technology lets us personalise everything – so let's stop selling to women as if we're all the same
Marketing Technologies

Technology lets us personalise everything – so let's stop selling to women as if we're all the same

As technology evolves, it's time for brands to ditch the one-size-fits-all marketing for women and embrace personalised strategies that reflect diverse needs.

By Fiona Stevens • 4 min read • Thu, 6th Mar 2025