Leaders in the tech industry have a responsibility to create inclusive work cultures and improve gender equity not only because diverse representation provides access to skillsets, creativity, approaches and experiences that unequivocally benefit business performance and bottom lines, but because it contributes to a more equitable, inclusive, just and safe society for everyone.

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#EmbraceEquity is the theme for this year’s International Women’s Day with the aim of bringing attention to the concept that “equal opportunities aren’t enough”. So what does this mean? Essentially, it’s that people start their lives from different places, so true inclusion and belonging require equitable action. Gender Equality Requires Gender Equity While the idea…

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6 Canadian Initiatives, Organizations and Businesses that are Helping Women and Girls Thrive #BreakTheBias is the theme of International Women’s Day this year. With that theme in mind, we wanted to spotlight and celebrate some amazing Canadian women-run and/or women-owned organizations and businesses that are steadfastly working to dismantle bias, stereotype, and discrimination, as well…

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Webnames profiles 5 Canadian organizations working towards gender equality for International Women's Day 2021

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