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5 simple steps male allies can take to support women at work
When a colleague spoke to him about gender equality and his biased language...
How to create a sustainable career future (personally and professionally!)
Through transitioning into a sustainability career, Lorraine Haugh has created a more sustainable future for herself! Discover the benefits that help her succeed.
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The story of the first Engineering Manager at Easy Agile
Autonomy. That’s the one-word response Maysa Safadi uses to sum up what is, for her, the top benefit of working at Easy Agile. As a highly skilled professional, Maysa has forged a top-level career, reaching the position of Engineering Manager at an Australian-founded...
What is the gender pay gap (and does it even exist)?
The gender pay gap is complicated. It’s made up of varying causes, differs across countries and companies, and some people even deny its existence. In short, it’s difficult to discuss, never mind resolve! But, as explored in this article, the ability to have...
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...
“Change is a responsibility, not a burden”: Male allyship in the emergency services
“Rubbish.” That’s the first thing Michael “Mike” Wassing utters when we asked him about the idea that inclusion and diversity in the emergency services is a zero-sum game, where men lose opportunities when women are more included in the field. “Sorry to be a bit...
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...
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. ...
Busting start-up stereotypes for women in STEMM
From unique benefits and career development opportunities, to being part of something as it’s built from the ground up, you may be familiar with the advantages of working for a start-up or scale-up. But what about the challenges – some say start-ups are more volatile...
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 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...