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From FIFO to fieldwork to global travel: Women are going places!
Women from our WORK180 Endorsed Employers share the diversity of their workplaces and the policies, opportunities and cultures that have helped them succeed.
How is inclusion shaping where and how women work?
Women from our WORK180 Endorsed Employers share the diversity of their workplaces and the policies, opportunities and cultures that have helped them succeed.
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If you’re ‘faking it’ at work, these companies are forging true inclusion
Are you putting on a smiling mask, while gritting your teeth through inappropriate jokes at work? Do you get the sinking feeling you have to hide the fact you have kids, or that you celebrate holidays that don’t align with a Christian calendar? Or are you exhausted...
The hockey goalie that’s building a winning team in data science
What do rugby, hockey, ice dancing, and world-class data science and advanced analytics have in common? And no, the answer isn’t a sequel to Brad Pitt and Jonah Hill’s oscar nominated movie, Moneyball. The answer we are looking for, is Cassie Jordan. Cassie has...
What happens when your company celebrates what makes you, you?
We all know that loving your work is one of the keys to a rewarding and satisfying career. But what happens when you pair this passion with a company that actively celebrates not just your work, but also all the different aspects of your identity? Spoiler: Everyone...
Can your workplace match these amazing mental health support systems?
You wouldn’t feel safe working in a high-rise building that didn’t have handrails on the balconies, would you? Neither would feel safe to work around a worksite where your employer didn’t support you with the proper personal protective equipment or safety training. ...
What industry are STEMM graduates mistakenly overlooking?
When it comes to jobs for STEMM graduates, the tech or resource industries often get all the fanfare. But if you broaden your horizons and look beyond what’s popular, you’ll find many other industries that not only welcome STEMM graduates but actively pursue them. One...
How one woman is making the gas industry safer, fairer, and better for all women
When Michelle Zaunbrecher faced a significant health challenge in 2017, she took the opportunity to reflect on her life. At the time, she was already the Vice President of Arrow Energy's Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) department. However, this life-altering...
4 employers hiring, promoting, & supporting people with disability
At work, everyone faces challenges and obstacles. But for someone with a disability or divergence, be it visible or not, profound or temporary, life’s challenges can have a much deeper impact and occur more frequently. Physical barriers, communication difficulties,...
The woman busting the ceilings of the real estate industry
Real estate agents are always happy to point out the dramatic touch vaulted ceilings add to a living room, or the cozy feel a ceiling with exposed beams adds to a space, or don’t forget the touch of elegance crown moldings add to the ceiling. But they leave off the...
Future proofing your career: upskilling trends of 2023
Welcome to the era of rapid technological advancements, where it seems like every day brings a new innovation that changes the way we work. As the job market becomes increasingly competitive, it's more important than ever to future-proof your career by staying...