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Happy Holidays! We truly appreciate your trust and support this year—we can’t wait to work with you in the year ahead! 💛 💚 🧡

We believe sponsorship is more than just logos on banners—it's about creating meaningful partnerships that drive purpose and impact. Last Awards, we had the pleasure of collaborating with Cyber Skills Enrichment Program (Cyber Audit Team) and Griffith University as part of their sponsorship. Together, we co-created powerful content that amplified the inspiring stories of individuals participating in their 12-week Cyber Skills Enrichment Program, designed to equip learners with practical skills to enter the cyber security industry. For us, this was the perfect match. By aligning with their purpose-driven work, we were able to showcase the transformative power of their program and bring these stories to our vast and engaged network. Every partnership we build starts with a conversation—exploring roadmaps, goals, and shared visions for the future. Whether it’s co-creating content, supporting initiatives, or aligning with your ESG commitments, we ensure our sponsors gain genuine value and impact through the TechDiversity platform. We’re not just here to celebrate diversity—we’re here to create it, amplify it, and share it. If your organisation is looking to align purpose with opportunity, let’s talk about how we can create something extraordinary together for 2025. Download our prospectus now https://lnkd.in/gcbk-4_b 💜 Rachel Pleasant

Be Part of Something Meaningful in 2025 If making a meaningful impact is in your mantra for 2025, we invite you to support the TechDiversity Awards 2025 as we celebrate a decade of driving change in the tech workforce. Not sure how sponsorship aligns with your goals? We've created a Business Case for Sponsorship to help you see the tangible benefits. From advancing Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE+I), aligning with ESG priorities, and amplifying your brand to being part of Australia’s most impactful DE+I movement, this is your opportunity to make a real difference. We invite support from all industry sectors with a tech workforces - Our supporters include, banks, recruitment companies, associations, manufacturing, tech and more. 📥 Download the Business Case directly now and let’s make 2025 the year we frame the future of DE+I together. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gj8EiUBB Let’s work together to create a future where everyone belongs. #TechDiversity #DEI #FramingDEIFutures #Sponsorship2025 #10YearsOfChange

Well it certainly does take a village, it was wonderful to see our research partner Diversity Atlas assist us with making sure that everyone at the BeerOps Melbourne end of year meet had an opportunity to contribute to our study, with the aim of Building a Technology Workforce That is Representative of Society. For those of you who may not know - this world first study called Tech Reflects seeks not just to measure and identify gaps; it’s about uncovering the rich, untapped skill sets within our society that can propel us toward our collaborative mission of achieving 1.2 million tech jobs by 2030. We are looking forward to releasing some of the findings of the BeerOps community, with Stephen Wallace and Gerhard Schweinitz - what we love about this study is our ability to use data to dig deep via an intersectionality lens and more. Thanks BeerOps for having us at your fantastic meet-up. It's going to be a great 2025! Hop on now to the study and contribute - https://lnkd.in/g8dy8jyt

Our 2025 theme for the 10th TechDiversity Awards, "Framing DEI Futures," is more than just a tagline. It symbolises how every piece of effort, every initiative, and every voice comes together to shape a future where DE+I is at the heart of innovation, progress, and inclusion. Together, we’re creating a future piece by piece that reflects the society we serve—a workforce that’s not only diverse but intentional in driving meaningful change. Join Us! Looking for a purposeful way to align your ESG goals for 2025? Get behind the TechDiversity Awards as a sponsor and amplify your impact. Know a DEI trailblazer or groundbreaking initiative? Nominate when nominations open on 3rd February 2025. 🗓️ Key Dates: ✨Nominations Open: 3rd February 2025 ✨Sponsor: Our brochure is now available to download, get in early to get the best packages https://lnkd.in/gcbk-4_b ✨Buy a ticket: 1st March our ticket portal will open, make sure to sign up to receive special early bird rates - https://lnkd.in/gcbk-4_b ✨Book a table: You can book a table now! Awards Gala: Celebrate with us - 14th August ✨ Spread the Word! Let’s make this milestone year unforgettable. Whether you’re nominating, sponsoring, or attending, your support frames the future of DEI. #TechDiversityAwards2025 #FramingDEIFutures #10YearsOfImpact #DiversityInTech #ESGGoals

Great article featured in HR Leader from Fiona McIntosh it highlights the pressing need for cultivating an inclusive culture in the workplace that effectively integrates multigenerational employees, specifically the dynamics between Gen X and Gen Z. This includes addressing the significant generational gaps and the unique challenges and opportunities they present in a corporate setting. The TechReflects study we are running serves as a vital tool in understanding and addressing these issues. By gathering comprehensive demographic and cultural data across various sectors, including generational data, the study aims to offer insights that can help tailor DEI strategies to bridge these generational divides effectively. By leveraging data to understand the distinct values, work ethics, and communication styles of different generations, organizations can develop more inclusive practices that not only respect but also harness the strengths of a diverse workforce. The ultimate goal is to ensure that the workplace is not only accommodating but also empowering for all employees, regardless of their age, fostering a culture where both Gen X and Gen Z can thrive together. https://lnkd.in/gg-7XyNw

🌟 The 2025 TechDiversity Awards Sponsorship Brochure is now available for download! This year, as we celebrate an incredible 10 years of championing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE+I) in the Australian tech workforce, we’re offering exclusive sponsorship opportunities that put your brand at the forefront of Australia’s most meaningful DE+I event. For the first time, we’re introducing a printed winners’ booklet—a keepsake that highlights the inspiring stories of our winners and offers sponsors the opportunity for a full-page advert to leave a lasting impression. Over the years, our sponsors have included incredible leaders like CSIRO Clicks IT Recruitment InnovateGPT Group REA Group Capgemini Cyber Audit Team Jomablue Mantel Group Microsoft ACS (Australian Computer Society) Salesforce Chemist Warehouse Hall & Wilcox TDC Global RMIT University Victoria State Government (Victorian Government) BeerOps Newfound Symbio RSM Australia FourPL - Supply Chain Specialists Deadly Coders escient DuluxGroup Stile Education DB Results Diversity Atlas Linfox Kinetic IT whose support has driven lasting change and amplified the voices shaping our industry. Sponsoring the TechDiversity Awards is about more than just visibility—it’s about making an impact, supporting innovative DE+I initiatives, and being part of a legacy that inspires a brighter, more inclusive future. Together, let’s make the 10th anniversary of the TechDiversity Awards an unforgettable celebration! Request brochure now! https://lnkd.in/gfeifpmE #TechDiversityAwards #10YearsStrong #DEI #DiversityInTech #SponsorshipOpportunity

A big thank you to our amazing TechDiversity volunteers, Matt Wynn-Jones and Abu Odigie! Your dedication at this year's tech workforce networking event - BeerOps has been instrumental in driving our TechReflects Study forward. 🔗 With a unique study URL created for BeerOps, one of our dedicated partners, participants were able to contribute valuable insights, helping us understand how representative our tech workforce truly is of the society it serves. BeerOps can now compare their own community to social data points in relation to intersectionality and diversity. 🤝 If your organisation is keen to be part of the TechReflects study, reach out to us. Thanks to our supporters, we offer this opportunity without a fee. Supporters of the TechReflects study : Avanade, Clicks IT Recruitment, Westpac, InnovationAus.com, Startup Muster, Stone & Chalk, IoT Alliance Australia, Diversity Atlas (whose platform we use to drive the study) - Let’s work together to ensure our tech workforce mirrors our diverse society. "It brings me immense satisfaction to know that our efforts are shaping a tech workforce that is not only more diverse but also more innovative, productive, and joyful. The progress we're making toward diversity is a crucial step in fostering an environment where creativity and efficiency flourish side by side" Luli Adeyemo, Executive Director, TechDiveristy Thank you to our other volunteers - Anna S. Dr. Stephen Friel #TechDiversity #TechReflects #VolunteerPower #InclusiveTech

We are delighted to recommend the following event taking place this week organised by the ACS (Australian Computer Society) Victoria Diversity & Inclusion Committee. It can be accessed both virtually and in person - it will feature live product demonstrations from companies and developers focused on creating tech solutions that address the needs of marginalised or underrepresented communities. *Inclusive Tech: Designing for a Diverse Future [Virtual] https://lnkd.in/gmga5cKH *Inclusive Tech: Designing for a Diverse Future [In-person] https://lnkd.in/g8uJw3TN Interested exhibitors can reach out directly at Dr Ruwangi Fernando - [email protected] or contact me at 0451951066 for more information.

This is a tough article to read/share - Mishandled DEI fuels resentment: ‘It’s a leadership crisis’ As we gear up for the 2025 TechDiversity Awards—a celebration of the strides made in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI)—it's crucial to reflect on both the successes and the challenges. The quote in the article rings true today: “It’s 2024. Can we stop labelling diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) as an HR initiative? It’s a leadership accountability. And let’s be honest – most business leaders are botching it.” This powerful statement emphasises that DEI extends beyond human resources; it is a fundamental aspect of leadership. In the spirit of the upcoming awards, it's important to acknowledge that DEI involves complex human elements, and not every initiative will be perfect. As we recognise achievements, we also remain vigilant about where organisations falter. This dual perspective ensures that our celebration is grounded in the reality of ongoing work and the continuous need for improvement and accountability in DEI practices. This holistic approach not only honors successes but also propels the conversation forward, ensuring that DEI remains a central component of organisational leadership. https://lnkd.in/gRg8_5PS