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Showing the love(lace) for women in STEM: working toward equality

Today marks Ada Lovelace Day – an international celebration of the achievements of women in STEM. Here six ‘un-stereotypical’ women share their love for the industries, and why businesses and education must encourage greater equality in STEM.

In an AI world, empathy at work has never been more important

What Artificial Intelligence (AI) knows about the Amazon rainforests, empathy and diversity is up for debate, but its impact on workplace cultures is tangible. Colin D Ellis, author of Culture Fix: How to Create a Great Place to Work, discusses why.

How to attract and nurture talent in the renewable energy sector

Relevant specialist knowledge and skills are vital to success in this growing industry. Lee Clarke at Dynama outlines three ways strategic workforce planning will help to boost competency while championing diversity and inclusivity in the renewable energy sector.

Plexal announces first 10 innovators for OpenDoor – social inclusion programme

The twelve week social inclusion programme will support products, services or projects that make work more inclusive.

EY supports female entrepreneurs with leading business network

10 female entrepreneurs across the UK included in EY Entrepreneurial Winning Women class of 2019.

Ethnically diverse ‘Different Women’ excel in future leaders traits

Ethnically diverse ‘Different Women’ are leading the charge when it comes to exhibiting the key traits of future leaders according to a new study.

The rise of flexible working – why businesses need to adapt

There could be an end in sight for the days of traditional 9 to 5, office-based working patterns, with more and more people seeking job opportunities that cater to flexible working.

Talented women across the FTSE 350 recognised at WeQual Awards

The WeQual Awards backed by Dame Inga Beale, DBE and Sir Ian Cheshire, recognise talented women one level below the executive committee across the FTSE.

Chaufher levelling the playing field in male-dominated ride-hailing industry

Harry Parsons talks to the founders of Chaufher, a South African ride-hailing service available exclusively for women.

Accessibility: why businesses can’t ignore the purple pound

In recent years accessibility has become a major focus for organisations worldwide. Here Glen Walker, Director of Accessibility at Applause, explains why.