Posts from diversityq

APSCo announces ‘unused’ Apprenticeship levy transfer scheme

New initiative enables members to share unused Apprenticeship Levy funds to continue to tap into emerging talent pools.

Why I was wrong about diversity

KC Goundiam, founder and CEO of Red Dot Digital, deep dives into society’s understanding of ‘diversity’ and questions if we’re all on the same page…

Want to solve the tech talent shortage? Focus on the next generation

With a talent war looming in the tech world, companies will have to recognise the need for diversity.

How women can overcome barriers in the advertising industry

Jan Gooding, chair of the LGBT rights charity Stonewall discusses sexist feedback, ageism and how to rise to the top in the male-dominated advertising industry.

UK Tech Workplace Equality Report reveals true levels of pay disparity

Hired reveals pay discrepancy and discrimination against diverse people in UK tech with four tips on how to avoid disparities.

Tech for good company launches £500,000 #RESET mental health fund

Nominet aims to use #RESET to improve the lives of one million people by targeting the UK’s leading mental health and youth charities.

How Red Hat helps young girls reach for tech gold stars

We spoke to female leaders at Red Hat about their careers and how the software business encourages young girls into STEM roles. First to share is Senior Software Engineer Rebecca Simmonds.

General Election 2019: rival parties set out plans to tackle gender pay gap

Labour pledges to accelerate measures to close the gender pay gap by 2030, while Lib Dems sets sights on ‘pink tax’.

How HR can practically improve inclusivity using data

People analytics is a powerful tool that can aid HR professionals in their recruitment, retention, and culture efforts, say Hibob.

Evenbreak director named in UK’s Most Influential Disabled People list

Evenbreak director Jane Hatton, and author of A Dozen Brilliant Reasons to Employ Disabled People, is honoured on Shaw Trust’s Most Influential Disabled People list.