Welcome to The F Word, where you’ll find our blog series, news and other valuable resources.
These include the latest insights into gender equity in the tech space, tech news and tips for employers and job seekers.
We love to share stories and opinion pieces from within our community, so if you’re interested in blogging for the F Word on a relevant DEIB topic, email hello@projectf.com.au.
THE F WORD
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The Fallacy of “Lowering the Bar” to Hire Women: Breaking Through The Prejudice
How to build a genuinely diverse and inclusive tech workforce without underestimating women’s abilities and potential.
Why Creating Diversity in the Tech Sector Needs True Progressive HR
Uncover the differences between traditional and progressive HR and how the latter is essential to build diversity and inclusion in the tech industry, especially on the verge of the fifth revolution.
Launching A New Standard in DEI
As you all do your part, we are taking our next step to evolve how we make the work of DEIB and changing the systems easier and more accessible by introducing national standards to create benchmarking and clarity around the critical areas of systemic change.
The Power of Diversity and Inclusion in Tech Startups and Scaleups: An Essential Ingredient for Sustainable Growth
By prioritizing Diversity and Inclusion, startups can tap into a multitude of benefits that will propel their success. Let’s explore.
Global Gender Gap Index 2023 – A Brief Overview
Australia went from 43rd to 26 on the index, jumping 17 places. This is great cause our previous results were slightly embarrassing. Find out more about the latest trends, especially in STEM, and why we must continue our efforts.
Breaking Gender Stereotypes in Tech: A Specific Approach to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Gender stereotypes in the tech industry are deeply ingrained in our society and continue to shape the subculture of technology. To truly address these issues, we need to understand their origins and work towards a specific approach to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in tech. Let’s dive in.
A DEI Accreditation for Tech minus the Lip Service!
From the moment companies engage Project F, they’re shown a clear path to achieving healthy levels of gender diversity in their technology teams. Find out more about our roadmap to success.
Protecting Tech Diversity Amidst Economic Downturn
We’re all aware of the current economic downturn in the tech industry and the unfortunate layoffs that have followed. But we can’t let diversity take a backseat in the midst of all this turmoil. It’s more important than ever to prioritize diversity and inclusion. Let’s see how…
Unleashing The Power of Gender Balance in AI and ML
Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) are changing the game in so many fields but if we want AI to truly benefit everyone, we need to make sure diversity is at its core.
Overcoming Presenteeism and Igniting Career Advancement in the Hybrid Work Era
In the dynamic world of technology, it’s crucial to address the challenges faced by women in their pursuit of successful careers. Let’s focus on strategies that will empower women to be able to rise above the barrier presenteeism presents.
How to Create a More Inclusive Testing Process for Software Engineers
Let’s create a more inclusive testing process for software engineers that evaluates candidates based on real-world scenarios and uses less biased evaluation methods.
Are You Complicit in the Corporate Takeover of International Women’s Day?
Explore the corporate takeover of IWD and the potential negative effects on the women’s rights movement. Learn about the risks of exploitation and “pinkwashing.” Emphasize the importance of genuine commitment to gender equality.
Giving Employees the Choice to Work on Australia Day is the Right Move
One simple way that organisations can be more inclusive and sensitive to Indigenous Australians when celebrating Australia Day is to consider alternative dates or give employees the choice to work on January 26th and celebrate on a date that is not associated with the invasion and colonization of Australia.h so that we can do even more.
Project F is evolving. This is who we are and where we’re going.
We’ve been on this journey for almost four years. And in that time, a helluva lot has changed. Now it’s time to grow up. To leave ‘MVP’ behind and look forward to the next horizons of growth so that we can do even more.
More Than Words: Male Allyship And Compelling The Majority In Tech
The need to implement a good psychological safety strategy, what other tech companies have done and what you can do.
Revolutionising Leadership – The Power of Inclusivity
A power-hour discussion with Vervoe, Linktree, Psynapse and Project F defines inclusive leadership and it’s role in revolutionising workplaces.
The Engineer/Manager Pendulum by Mipsytipsy
Are you an engineer wanting to jump into management? What does it really mean? Our guest author is taking us through what you should consider before making a decision.
Time To Find Your Fire – with Jodi Steel
How can you light up the fire within? An inspiring blog by our guest the amazing coach Jodi Steel.
What “Progressive” HR Means for Diversity In Tech
Does your business operate within a traditional human resources framework – or do you take a more progressive approach? This choice will have a major impact on your company’s culture – and its bottom line.
Sponsors & Mentors: Why Tech Needs Them to improve gender diversity
Research has proven that mentorship and sponsorship programs are critical success factors for women in technology. Find out why.