Meet Project Director of Signalling at Alstom, Joanne Gad. Over her 16-year career in engineering, Joanne has faced almost every conceivable barrier of working in a male dominated sector. Today, she is thriving at Alstom!
Arcadis remains Flex Able Certified!
Arcadis CEO Malcolm McDowall has made a family commitment. Every single Monday night at 6.30pm his family come together for a family dinner. No excuses. No working late. No travel.
Using Technology to Support a Mission
After 10 years working in IT in Russia, Valentina Taranova spent a year in Melbourne at a large digital agency before making the change to join start-up Billy, working on a meaningful, exciting mission.
Diversity and Inclusion within Companies and Teams Do Drive High Performance
“Being a minority in any situation can be challenging”. Kelly Becker, Country President of Schneider Electric Ireland, reflected on why creating a safe environment where we bring our unique self to work is key to get the potential of diverse teams.
Flexible Work and Finding Your Purpose
Robert Lloyd wanted a sea change after 26 years as a paramedic, joined WORK180 as part of its founding team as the Operations Manager and has never looked back.
Parental leave… it’s not just for mums!
Adam Walsh is a Process and Systems Analyst at RACQ. Adam recently made the decision to take paid parental leave so that his partner could return to work, and we think that that is something to celebrate!
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6 years, 6 career steps, 1 company, and many lessons to share
For women in STEMM and non-technical backgrounds alike, discover how Hélène progressed from intern, to analyst, to management, in a global company.
Don’t have kids? You can still request flexible working (and here’s where you’ll be supported to do it)
If you think flexible working is just for parents, think again. Explore the benefits of working flexibly even if you don’t have kids, and the employers supporting it.
Looking for a career that doesn’t stand still? This story is for you!
Travel, promotion and new experiences! In 15 years at Stantec, Liz Cadogan hasn’t stopped moving forwards.
A fascinating peek into the life of a FIFO working parent
A tell-all, behind-the-scenes look into FIFO life as a parent. It’s a life that can be sometimes challenging, but ultimately rewarding, and always out of the ordinary.
What does real work flexibility look like to you? (Hint: It’s probably not just about work hours)
Real work flexibility is more than just about remote work or flexible work hours – it’s the openness of your employer to support your needs.
4 Employers supporting neurodivergent women at work
Four Endorsed Employers have taken proactive steps to ease the burdens faced by neurodivergent women at work. Discover how they are fostering inclusion.











