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Plugging the gender gap in STEM

Jonathon Gilplin assesses women’s relationship with STEM and manufacturing industries and provides ways that companies can decrease the gender gap in the industry.

How the gender sleep gap is affecting women every day

New studies have revealed a gender sleep gap, which is affecting women’s day to day life. Stephanie Romiszewski, Bensons for Beds Sleep Expert, shares tips on how to sleep better.

Mental health allies lead the way in MediaCom’s inclusion strategy

The MediaCom mental health ally scheme, novel recruitment process, and reverse mentoring are fostering an inclusive environment

Maternity as A Masters: life experiences turned into business skills comes to the UK

Life Based Value plans to establish Maternity as a Masters in international markets, starting with the UK, after securing £1.3 million

Returners’ Programme helps dxw digital to re-launch careers

dxw digital is piloting a Returners’ Programme to provide opportunities for skilled people to re-enter the workplace after an extended period away. Managing Director David Mann explains why this is good for business and improving diversity.

Women in Finance Charter continues to drive change at the highest level

New companies have signed up to the Women in Finance Charter, pledging to increase gender diversity throughout their organisations, and realise the importance of diversity among teams.

Finalists announced for the Black British Business Awards

2019 Black British Business Awards (BBBAwards) showcases the outstanding achievements of black British business leaders throughout the UK.

Demand for a four-day working week rises across the UK

New reports highlight how employees’ preference for a shorter working week could add to businesses’ bottom line.

How businesses can recruit and retain the blind and partially sighted

Phil Clisby explores the ways businesses can better include the blind and partially sighted by adjusting their recruiting process and improving working environments.

Government reveals Investing in Women Code – a new initiative to propel female-led business

Plans to increase the number of British female entrepreneurs by 50% have taken a leap forward, with Women Code. Major banks and venture capital firms signalling their support.