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Failing gender inclusivity in the UK’s most successful industries

It’s no secret that a diverse workforce helps create a successful business—so why are so many organisations in the UK not gender-diverse? What needs to be done to change the status quo?

“All white” boards and no plans to change? The problems in smaller listed firms

The UK’s smaller public companies seem untroubled by the whiteness of their boards, where others who are represented appear to lack executive power, according to a new report

Research uncovers shortcomings in corporates’ attempts to improve diversity

Actively listening to employees, followed by action, is the most effective driver of diversity, inclusion, and belonging in the workforce, says Josh Bersin

Minority startup accelerator turns to social impact

Diverse social impact startups are the desired applicants for a new accelerator programme, could they influence representation across the business world?

A global skills gap is on the horizon: are apprenticeships the answer?

More inclusive apprenticeships could be the answer to the world’s impending skills shortage, which according to the WEF is set to hit by 2030.

Securing against Covid-19, disruption and the importance of D&I in security

Kurt John shares’ Siemens USA’ swift response to the pandemic and the importance of diversity and inclusion in an effective cybersecurity strategy

Accelerator partners with VC firm to diversify funding climate

Are venture capitalists funding the same kinds of businesses? A new funding advice series wants VCs to support more diverse founders

The Women in IT 2021 series is around the corner

Gender equality in the tech industry is lacking, but the women featured in the ‘Women in IT 2021 series’ aims to tackle these issues head on

Organisation goes remote to solve journalism’s diversity issue

A mentorship scheme for journalists has gone online during lockdown. Will it help open up the sector to BAME and working-class candidates?

Bias in recruitment: over-50s three times more likely to be long-term unemployed

Centre for Ageing Better warns that attitudes towards the over-50s risk them being shut out of employment