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Confidence gaps and “systematic issues” bar women (and women of colour) from leadership roles

In yesterday’s online event, participants discussed the barriers holding women back from leadership roles in the tech industry

The Crown vs Markle clash is hardly black and white

While the UK tabloid media has raised accusations of xenophobia against Meghan Markle, the real issue is far deeper than a solitary comment

Women are making a mark as small business owners

Whether it’s moving from pandemic-era redundancy to running a startup or tapping into COVID-19 friendly products or services, women are using their resourcefulness to become small business owners

Learning to code: inclusion and digital equality for girls need a shift in policy

iamtheCODE is doing all it can to empower young girls, encourage them to learn to code and embrace a brilliant career in tech

How aspiring females can achieve their first leadership role

Throughout history we have seen many powerful women across the world excel in leadership and demonstrate key characteristics that, if emulated and embraced, have the power to fundamentally change society for the better.

IWD: Choosing to challenge gender inequality at fletchers Solicitors

Alex Hatchman, CEO of Fletchers Solicitors, knows what it’s like to be a female leader in a male-dominated industry such as law

Self-doubt holds women back from entrepreneurial careers says study

Men remain more likely than women to start their own businesses while the women who do decide to become entrepreneurs are failing to apply for scale-up loans as they think they’ll be turned down

Has male-female allyship suffered during COVID-19?

The evidence out there points to the fact that women want male allies in the fight for gender equality, but some men are less than keen to join the movement, according to a new study

6 ways leaders can actively lift inclusion barriers

Leaders currently face two barriers – not prioritising inclusion when faced with so much change and being unable to recognise privilege

Hootsuite leadership talk gender equity, allyship, and lived experiences

The panel’s female speakers said their experiences of gender inequity early on in their careers has made them passionate about leading through a D&I lens at Hootsuite