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The benefits of diversity in STEM and how we can achieve it

Three STEM diversity campaigners highlight the need for a richer community

Applications open for scholarship for future Black leaders

The scholarship will support one Black or African-American student wanting to become a future leader

Do it Now Now’s Bayo Adelaja on Black tech founders and beating the ‘boys’ club’ culture

With Black entrepreneurs facing significant barriers to funding, Do it Now Now hopes to change the narrative in tech through better introductions and growth support

The BBBAwards celebrates the best Black talent in British business

16 winners announced at the 2021 Black British Business Awards, including the founders of First Response Group.

Credit Suisse Gender 3000 report: gender diversity in boardroom and senior management grows globally

The report reveals that boardroom gender diversity continues to improve globally yet there’s “sluggish” progress in major Asian economies including China, India, Japan and Korea

New report reveals “trust gap” between Black business community and banks

Respondents cited poor treatment and lack of understanding of lived experiences as reasons why they didn’t deal with banks for funding

10 informative and inspirational books to read this Black History Month

Take your pick from this selection of fiction and non-fiction books encompassing Black experiences across Britain, Europe and the US

Skillsoft and Ellevate Network partner to help women re-enter work after COVID-19

As part of the 2022 programme, women will be able to develop their existing skillsets and secure new skills for future roles

WISE report: Women more likely to retrain for a job in tech

Respondents said their non-STEM qualifications had equipped them with transferable skills for the sector, while women were more likely to take part-time tech courses

Mastercard to help diverse-led small businesses on digital journey

Mastercard’s Strive initiative will offer personalised support to small businesses led by women and ethnic minorities