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UK parental leave: What you’re entitled to and how a great employer supports you financially
UK parental leave explained. Learn what statutory maternity and paternity pay really looks like, and how employer-paid parental leave can make a difference.
How to break into new industries with application tips that work
Thinking about changing industries? Hiring leaders from WORK180 Endorsed Employers share what really matters when applying, how fair hiring works, and why career changers succeed.
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Meet three incredible women at the forefront of nuclear science, strategy & security
It’s not every day you get the opportunity to meet amazing nuclear scientists leading their field. From crisis response to global collaboration, these professionals act as behind-the-scenes protectors, supporting nuclear safety, compliance, and training for critical...
From FIFO to fieldwork to global travel: Women are going places!
IGO | NetApp | Powerink | TBH Whether it’s a remote mine site, a regional community, or an international conference, women are carving out dynamic careers in roles that take them far beyond the office. Thanks to inclusive policies, supportive teams, and a growing...
How is inclusion shaping where and how women work?
From flexible work arrangements to leadership opportunities and family-friendly policies, inclusion is no longer a ‘nice to have’—it’s a must. Across traditionally male-dominated industries and emerging sectors alike, inclusive practices are transforming the...
Breaking the bias: Why we need to talk about the value of part-time workers
Part-time work is often framed as a compromise—a concession made by women seeking flexibility in a workforce that still treats full-time presence as the gold standard. Despite the growing demand for flexible roles, biases persist. Part-time professionals are...
How to be an authentic ally in the workplace this Pride month
Endorsed Employers: Accenture | CityFibre | Ericsson | NetApp | Powerlink | Stantec As Pride month arrives, organisations worldwide display rainbow flags and share messages of support for LGBTQIA+ communities. While these gestures matter, true allyship extends far...
Pride Month 2025: How to find a workplace with a true culture of allyship
Endorsed Employers: Accenture | CityFibre | Ericsson | NetApp | Powerlink | Stantec The workplace significance of allyship has never been more critical. Research consistently shows that when employees feel safe to be themselves, they experience improved well-being,...
5 guaranteed ways to develop a career you can stand behind
Are you motivated to have a meaningful career, grounded in purpose and connection with community? If so, there’s one sector you may not have considered: land development and renewable energy. Growing up on a small sheep and horticultural property just outside of...
Breaking the silence: How one company is making Menopause Matter
For too long, menopause has been a taboo subject – yet, it’s something that impacts a large portion of the population, and by extension, the workforce. But thanks to the leadership of one company and DEI (diversity, equity, and inclusion) advocates, the silence...
5 engineering career myths busted: What early career engineers need to know
Picture the scene: you meet a young woman, and she tells you she’s an engineer. What assumptions do you make? A career in engineering is often seen through a lens of preconceived ideas, especially for women who are about to enter the sector or have just entered it. ...