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    How a diverse workforce can drive a culture of innovation 

    08/02/2021
    • Debbie Foster, a woman wearing a blue shirt and silver necklace with dark blonde shoulder-length hair and a fringe looks at the camera and smiles. The background is dark purple.
      By Debbie ForsterCo-founder and CEO, Tech Talent Charter

    Discover how to build a better, more diverse and resilient workplace to drive innovation with remote and flexible working….Read more

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    5 steps to drive cyber resilience and address the security skills gap 

    28/10/2020
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      By Chris EnsorDeputy Director for Cyber Skills and Growth, National Cyber Security Centre
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      Siân John MBEEMEA Director, Cybersecurity Strategy

    To address cyber resilience, we need to build the skills in our current and future employees, to ensure we stay secure and innovative….Read more

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    How a learn-it-all culture creates more roles for women in cybersecurity 

    06/03/2020
    • Photo of a smiling woman in a denim jacket with an open-faced helmet on, Eli O'Neil. A man in a full face helmet in the background with gloves gives a thumbs up.
      By Eli O'NeillSecurity and Compliance Technical Specialist

    A learn-it-all culture can improve the gender gap for women in cybersecurity by providing the support and pathways to help employees learn new skills….Read more

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    How to close the gender gap in technology 

    04/03/2020
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      By Microsoft

    Read about what we are doing to reduce the gender gap in technology and how you can learn best practices and tips to introduce a more diverse and inclusive culture….Read more

    Remove The Barriers For Women In Tech

    In conversation: How to remove the barriers for women in tech 

    03/03/2020
    • Picture of a smiling woman in a floral shirt with long dark hair and glasses. She is standing with her arms crossed in front of a red background.
      By Anjana SrinivasanDevice Sales Lead
    • Picture of a smiling woman in a business suit, leaning against the wall with her arms folded. She has long ombre hair.
      Kristina MichalskyGeneral Manager Consumer and Devices Division, Microsoft UK and Ireland

    By encouraging a flexible, collaborative environment, organisations and improve diversity, including gender diversity throughout the business….Read more

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    Empowering women in tech to create diverse and inclusive cultures 

    03/03/2020
    • Photo of a smiling woman, Joanne Gilhooey
      By Joanne GilhooleyMarketing Director, Microsoft UK

    By reducing the gender gap and encouraging women in tech, organisations can have more diverse, innovative, and happier cultures….Read more

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    5 things I have learnt about girls and tech 

    02/03/2020
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      By Phoebe GrahamMarketing Communications Manager Intern

    Discover ways to encourage girls into a STEM career or study and why having diverse groups help organisations be more innovative and collaborative….Read more

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    The joy of learning: How our data science bootcamps empower women 

    27/09/2019
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      By Ella CockerellBusiness Development Manager for IoT, EMEA & Vice Chair of Women@Microsoft Board, UK

    In July, I began a new role at Microsoft, which has meant that I have spent most of the summer feeling like the new girl at school….Read more

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    Another one bites the dust: How schools can improve the digital skills gender gap 

    22/07/2019
    • Georgina Bowis, Talent Acquisition Lead, Microsoft
      By Georgina BowisDelivery Management Leader, Microsoft Services

    Learning digital skills is a must for navigating modern life. But closing the gender gap starts at school, with the support of companies like Microsoft….Read more

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    How to find your voice in business 

    10/06/2019
    • Eve Joseph, UK Responsibility Manager
      By Eve JosephUK Responsibility Manager

    Finding your voice in business can be challenging, no matter what your background, experience or role is. Here are some tips to help….Read more

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    In conversation with…Amanda Pickford 

    10/06/2019
    • Eve Joseph, UK Responsibility Manager
      By Eve JosephUK Responsibility Manager

    We talked to Amanda, ThermaFY CEO, to find out more about what drives her, her experiences as a female entrepreneur, and any tips and advice she can share….Read more

    In conversation with…Rene Perkins 

    10/06/2019
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      By Eve JosephUK Responsibility Manager

    We talk to Rene Perkins, CEO of CityMaaS about her passions, the importance of inclusivity, and experiences starting a company….Read more

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