Diverse-IT

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A veteran tech writer’s views on the IT industry, workplace diversity, parenting in the digital age and trying to ‘have it all.'

News Analysis

Where in the world are the women software developers?

India, the UAE, Romania, China, Sri Lanka, and Italy have the highest percentage of women software developers, while in the EU, Bulgaria has the most women in tech.

09/14/18

News Analysis

NDAs stifling tech workers’ voices

Anonymous polling conducted by TeamBlind shows tech workers are being silenced by non-disclosure agreements (NDAs).

09/07/18

News Analysis

Women still underrepresented in Fortune 500 leadership roles

The glass ceiling persists at Fortune 500 companies, especially for women of color.

08/31/18

News Analysis

New research highlights the racial wage gap in the tech industry

Tech’s diversity problem goes beyond underrepresentation. Black and brown tech workers do not get equal pay for equal work, regardless of their gender.

08/24/18

Opinion

Gender pronouns: Small changes have big impact on workplace inclusion

Gender pronouns are becoming more important in the workplace as diversity and inclusion conversations continue.

08/17/18

Opinion

Black Women’s Equal Pay Day 2018: Closing the pay gap a struggle

Equal Pay Day 2018 was observed back in April — for white women. Black women, however, have to work until August to make what a white man would earn.

08/10/18

Analysis

Are open-office plans sexist?

A study from U.K. researchers shows how open-office plans can be subtly — and overtly — sexist.

08/03/18

Opinion

ArenaNet developers fired after being targeted for sexist abuse

Appeasing misogynists on the internet doesn’t placate them or diffuse instances of harassment and abuse — it only makes them worse.

07/20/18

News Analysis

Are workplaces actually changing as a result of #MeToo?

Companies aren’t doing enough to address the revelations from #MeToo, according to a new Harvard Business Review survey.

07/13/18

Opinion

When diversity training backfires

Tech’s diversity problem can’t be solved with diversity training alone. The culture at the company must also change.

07/06/18

Opinion

Krzanich’s resignation the right move, but a loss for Intel’s diversity efforts

Brian Krzanich was one of the loudest advocates for increasing diversity in tech. Will Intel’s efforts continue now that he’s gone?

06/29/18

Opinion

Tech industry should stand up and speak out against injustice

Technology workers have incredible power to shape the way companies and governments operate.

06/22/18

Opinion

Alphabet dismisses action on diversity and inclusion

Alphabet, Google’s parent company, rejected proposals from shareholders that may have helped address the company’s longstanding issues with diversity and inclusion.

06/15/18

Opinion

How tech companies are recognizing Pride month

June is LGBTQ+ Pride month, and tech companies are eager to show their support.

06/08/18

Opinion

Is Snap the next Uber?

Silicon Valley’s toxic culture rears its ugly head once again – this time at Snap.

06/01/18

News Analysis

What the Supreme Court ruling on arbitration means for #MeToo

The Supreme Court dealt a blow to private sector employees’ ability to band together to fight labor violations, including sexual harassment.

05/25/18

News Analysis

Amazon’s board adopts shareholder-backed diversity proposal

After taking flak for voting against a shareholder proposal to improve the diversity of Amazon’s board, the tech giant reverses course.

05/18/18

Feature

Resume gaps don’t define candidates, skills do

It’s already hard finding skilled people to fill positions. So, don’t let a candidate’s career gap prevent you from hiring them. Look at their skills — you will likely find great talent.

05/11/18