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How allies and diversity, equity, and inclusion working groups help build career confidence
Explore Kym’s journey from FIFO mining to the transport industry, highlighting her work in DEI and advocating for women in male-dominated sectors.
5 TBH trailblazers share why inclusion is their leadership language
Five professionals, different backgrounds, one truth: A supportive, inclusive workplace fuels personal and professional growth.
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You don’t need a footy to kick career goals in the AFL
All those millions of fans watching the AFL broadcast coverage next year have Lauren Cranstoun to thank, at least in part. As a member of the team that struck the broadcast deal to take the game to as many people as possible around the country, Lauren is at the...
Could thinking like a woman be the key to leadership in STEMM?
How many times have you heard the advice that for women to get ahead in the workplace they need to act more like men? But what if being more yourself was actually the secret to success? Alison Jordan, Head of Workplace Technology at CitiPower and Powercor, thinks so....
4 families share the flexible work options they need (and where they get them)
When it comes to work-life balance, flexibility is a key factor. When it comes to feeling supported mentally, and physically, flexibility is a key factor. And when it comes to being able to bring your best (and whole) self to work — yup, you guessed it — flexibility...
Career development for working parents, and paying it forward
Research still shows career opportunities for women returning to work after having a child are considerably lacking, compared to those of men It’s a difficult reality. But the working mother of two, Kanishka ‘Kani’ Perera, is side-stepping this challenge. How? By...
See a need, fill a need: The mental health services they needed
"See a need, fill a need." This is the catchy tag line for BigWeld industries – the fictional technology company from the 2005 children’s movie “Robots”. Movie reviews aren’t really our thing here at WORK180, but when we heard the story we’re about to share with you,...
Feeling burnt-out? Will company support programs really help?
From gym memberships to yoga classes, flexible working, and coffee-pod machines, ensuring employee happiness is now a top priority. But what about if you’re facing something a little more serious? Illness, an accident at work, a personal crisis, or workplace...
What it means to be an ally to women in tech
Women are making steady advances in tech. But the fact remains – when it comes to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), there’s still work to be done! So, how are companies in the industry moving the needle? They’re making DEI a business imperative and encouraging...
3 big questions women in IT need answered right now
As an organization, WORK180 exists to enable women to choose workplaces where they can thrive. The core of our advocacy is creating spaces for women to share their lived experiences to enable action and inspire those around them; that’s why we recently hosted a Women...
How to go from 0 experience to a career you’ll love
Over the past few years, major events around the world have prompted deep reflection. It has led many of us to ask what makes a fulfilling career? The ‘Great Resignation’ shows us that on a mass scale, people everywhere are acting upon their reflections and changing...