Aug 05, 2020
The WISE Introduction to Introduction to Diversity and Inclusion training provides an overview of diversity, inclusion, equity and equality. The course is broken down into 4 sections and is delivered over a 4 hour period. Find out what diversity means and why it’s important in the modern workforce. Topics covered: ...
Jul 24, 2020
Join our exciting and informative series of webinars delivered by leading professionals in the STEM industry and WISE staff members. As well as sharing their own perspectives and experiences on the opportunities and challenges facing the STEM industry there will be an opportunity for questions and discussion. Topics covered will ...
Jul 08, 2020
Premium home technology firm SharkNinja is today announcing its partnership with WISE, a body which campaigns for gender balance in science, technology and engineering, from classroom to boardroom. SharkNinja is known for its innovation in the floorcare and kitchen appliance markets, designing and developing products to solve real life problems ...
Jun 23, 2020
A new scheme to encourage girls to choose a career in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) gets underway this month. Matrix, the Northern Ireland Science Industry Panel, has been working closely with WISE, a UK body committed to encouraging women and girls to take up careers in science and ...
Jun 17, 2020
By Helen Wollaston, Chief Executive, WISE, the campaign for gender balance in STEM The recent global pandemic highlights the vital role science, technology, engineering and mathematics play in the world today. From scientists working on life-saving tests and vaccines, IT specialists providing technology to allow us to stay in touch, ...
Apr 16, 2020
Science, technology, engineering and mathematical modelling save lives – we see that more than ever in this C-19 crisis We are relying on our scientists, technologists and engineers to come up with solutions, fast, to improve health and survival rates, to support businesses, organisations and the economy, to enable virtual ...
Mar 08, 2020
#EachforEqual #IWD2020 #womeninmaritime Government-funded outreach resource for schools and industry ambassadors, to inspire the next generation of young women. New suite of case studies featuring women working in the maritime sector. Hutchison Ports UK starting their Charter journey Maritime UK, the industry body for the maritime sector, and its Women ...
Mar 06, 2020
Network Rail and Southeastern launch landmark day for women in UK rail All female train crew and signallers team up in commuter first Network Rail to increase female workforce by 50% by 2024 Southeastern reveals one in five staff are women following pledge to increase diversity Network Rail and Southeastern ...
Jan 28, 2020
Research published today by the Royal Academy of Engineering indicates that the gender pay gap is smaller in the engineering profession than the UK employee average. The mean (10.8%) and median (11.4%) pay gap for engineers in the sample analysed is around two thirds the national average. Although the gap ...
