Diversity and Inclusion
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IT leaders uplift women to fill tech talent gaps
As the IT talent gap looms large, companies need to think outside the box to recruit and retain a strong female bench for key areas such as cybersecurity and software engineering.
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D&I programs help AllianceBernstein stand out for tech talent
AllianceBernstein has become a top-ranked employer for tech workers in the finance industry thanks to a range of initiatives aimed at recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce.
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Jean Holley: 3 rookie mistakes CIOs make when seeking a board seat
CIO-turned-board director Jean Holley shares her advice on avoiding some common mistakes first-timers often make when pursuing a public board seat.
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WiSTEM bridges the gap between young women and STEM careers
Woman remain underrepresented — and often feel isolated — in STEM careers. That’s why Women in STEM is connecting high school girls with adult mentors with an aim of empowering them to pursue careers in tech.
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Ada Developers Academy: A no-cost career program that aims to diversify IT
Ada Developers Academy offers a unique, free program to help women and gender-expansive adults launch careers in software development, offering support every step of the way.
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DevColor’s cohort approach to uplifting Black IT careers
DevColor’s A* program brings together Black technologists into peer-led mentoring squads aimed at providing career advice and community for those who often feel isolated at work.
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HP gets intentional about contracting with Black IT providers
CIO Ron Guerrier is working to diversify IT’s suppliers and boost the benefits they get from working with HP to build a more representative technology workforce.
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19 organizations advancing women in tech
Women remain underrepresented in the tech industry. These 19 groups are working to support women and close the diversity gap in tech.
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Black CIO hopefuls look to level up
Today’s rising tech executives reflect a growing diversity in IT even as the profession has a ways to go in reflecting society.
IDG TECHtalk Voices
My company doubled in size in 2021. Here’s what I learned about diversity in hiring.
A critical need to hire more software engineers was an opportunity to increase the diversity of our teams. But the pool of applicants showed the depth of the challenge.
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LinkedIn and Year Up partner for a more diverse IT future
LinkedIn is encouraging its employees to make a difference through a partnership aimed at priming the careers of young adults from communities underrepresented in IT.
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South African female founders of colour confront career, funding challenges
South Africa's female founders of colour forge paths to success in technology despite a business climate that tends to dismiss women's credentials and IT knowledge.
Accent Notes
6 ways to ensure equitable experiences in tech
IT needs women more than ever. Here are six actions CIOs can take to foster an inclusive culture that attracts and retains women.
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HP Global CIO Ron Guerrier leads the charge for IT diversity
The son of Haitian immigrants, Guerrier has addressed barriers as learning opportunities in his rise to IT leadership and is now giving back with DEI programs and policies aimed at helping marginalized IT professionals thrive.
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5 revealing statistics about career challenges Black IT pros face
Opportunity and advancement in IT are anything but equal. Survey data sheds light on the roadblocks Black IT pros experience in trying to get ahead.
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Making a difference: IT leaders uplift their communities
Volunteer work can help lend new purpose and breathe new life into your IT career, say senior tech leaders who have offered their skills for meaningful community tech and STEM projects.
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15 professional organizations for Black IT pros
Black technologists have long been grossly underrepresented in IT. These 15 professional organizations aim to help close the diversity gap in tech by empowering Black tech professionals at every level.
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AAMC proves the power of a formal DEI strategy
The American Association of Medical Colleges has taken a strategic approach to fostering an inclusive workplace culture, earning it a spot on IDG’s Best Places to Work in IT.
The CIO Whisperers
5 questions with Johnson & Johnson’s Jim Swanson
Learn how this top CIO is leveraging a platform operating model and focusing on building a diverse, tech-centric culture to accelerate the digital health ecosystem.
Movers and Shakers
How Johnson Controls is going ‘digital to the core’
As the multinational conglomerate transforms to bring cutting-edge digital products and services to customers, CIO Diane Schwarz ensures that it is digital on the inside as well.
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