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September is here, a time for growth 🚀 As we welcome September, it’s a great time to focus on growing our skills and moving our careers forward. At DiversITy-talent, we’re all about helping diverse talent reach their full potential. Here are some simple ways to boost your tech career this month: 🌟 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗮 m𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗿 - Learn from those with experience. 🌟 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘆 𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗼𝘂𝘀 - Keep learning and exploring new things. 🌟 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 - Turn challenges into chances to grow. 🌟 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝘁𝗼𝗴𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 - Team up with others to spark new ideas. 🌟 𝗕𝗲 𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗻 - Stay up-to-date with the latest tech and trends. 🌟 𝗞𝗲𝗲𝗽 𝗮𝗱𝗮𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 - Be ready to try new tools and approaches. 🌟 𝗟𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗮𝗳𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗲𝗹𝗳 - Balance work with self-care to stay healthy. These small steps can make a big difference. Ready to take the next step in your career? Check out our programmes and get started today: https://lnkd.in/epcfb7KN #DiversITytalent #technology #career #learning #growth

🍂 Welcome to September! 🍂 As we step into a new month, we're embracing fresh opportunities and setting our sights on new horizons. At DiversITy-talent, we’re committed to making this month one of growth, innovation, and empowerment for all. Let’s make September a time of positive change and exciting possibilities! #innovation #growth #DiversITytalent #September2024

Revolutionising education: Mr. Newton’s bold take! At 𝗥𝗲𝗱𝗼𝗮𝗸𝘀 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼l, the influence of DiversITy-talent's 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗲 is rewriting the rules of education! 👨🏫 𝗠𝗿. 𝗡𝗲𝘄𝘁𝗼𝗻, 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿 6 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗿, 𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗸𝘀 𝗢𝘂𝘁: "𝘐𝘯 𝘢𝘭𝘭 𝘮𝘺 𝘺𝘦𝘢𝘳𝘴 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘦𝘢𝘤𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘨, 𝘐’𝘷𝘦 𝘳𝘢𝘳𝘦𝘭𝘺 𝘴𝘦𝘦𝘯 𝘢 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘨𝘳𝘢𝘮𝘮𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘨𝘦𝘯𝘶𝘪𝘯𝘦𝘭𝘺 𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘧𝘵𝘴 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘯𝘦𝘦𝘥𝘭𝘦 𝘭𝘪𝘬𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴. 𝘛𝘩𝘳𝘰𝘶𝘨𝘩 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘋𝘦𝘴𝘪𝘨𝘯 𝘛𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘬𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘛𝘦𝘤𝘩 𝘊𝘩𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘦𝘯𝘨𝘦, 𝘮𝘺 𝘴𝘵𝘶𝘥𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘴 𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘦𝘯’𝘵 𝘫𝘶𝘴𝘵 𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘳𝘯𝘦𝘥; 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘺’𝘷𝘦 𝘦𝘷𝘰𝘭𝘷𝘦𝘥. 𝘊𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘪𝘵𝘺, 𝘵𝘦𝘢𝘮𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘬, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘱𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘴𝘬𝘪𝘭𝘭𝘴 𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘦 𝘴𝘬𝘺𝘳𝘰𝘤𝘬𝘦𝘵𝘦𝘥. 𝘊𝘰𝘯𝘧𝘪𝘥𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘦𝘮𝘱𝘢𝘵𝘩𝘺? 𝘛𝘩𝘦𝘺'𝘷𝘦 𝘣𝘦𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘯𝘦𝘸 𝘯𝘰𝘳𝘮 𝘢𝘴 𝘴𝘵𝘶𝘥𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘴 𝘵𝘢𝘤𝘬𝘭𝘦 𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘭-𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘭𝘥 𝘤𝘩𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘦𝘯𝘨𝘦𝘴 𝘵𝘰𝘨𝘦𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳." This isn’t your standard classroom, this is where education meets transformation. 🎥 𝘚𝘦𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘪𝘮𝘱𝘢𝘤𝘵 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘴𝘦𝘭𝘧! 𝘞𝘢𝘵𝘤𝘩 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘝𝘪𝘥𝘦𝘰 𝘛𝘦𝘴𝘵𝘪𝘮𝘰𝘯𝘪𝘢𝘭 𝘣𝘦𝘭𝘰𝘸. 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗹 𝗧𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗮𝘄𝗮𝘆𝘀: 1️⃣ 𝗖𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗨𝗻𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗱: Forget the old tech stereotypes; this is where imagination takes flight.    2️⃣ 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗪𝗶𝗻𝘀: Collaboration isn’t just encouraged; it’s the bedrock of every success story here. 3️⃣ 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 & 𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗵𝘆: These students aren’t just learning; they’re becoming leaders who care. 𝗦𝗵𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘁𝘂𝘀 𝗤𝘂𝗼 𝗶𝗻 𝗘𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: At DiversITy-talent, we’re not just teaching skills, we’re shaping the leaders of tomorrow. The 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗲 is more than a curriculum; it’s a movement that turns young minds into future-ready innovators with heart. If you’re tired of the same old, uninspired approaches to education, it’s time to partner with us. Let’s create a future where leadership, creativity, and compassion are at the forefront. 📧 𝘙𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘺 𝘵𝘰 𝘥𝘪𝘴𝘳𝘶𝘱𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘦𝘥𝘶𝘤𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘭𝘢𝘯𝘥𝘴𝘤𝘢𝘱𝘦? 𝘗𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘯𝘦𝘳 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 DiversITy-talent 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘭𝘦𝘵’𝘴 𝘣𝘶𝘪𝘭𝘥 𝘢 𝘣𝘳𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵𝘦𝘳, 𝘮𝘰𝘳𝘦 𝘪𝘯𝘤𝘭𝘶𝘴𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘵𝘰𝘮𝘰𝘳𝘳𝘰𝘸. ⬇⬇ https://lnkd.in/ez4V-Ch3 #DiversITytalent #technology #leadership #education #innovation

🎉 Happy Birthday, Jeremy 💫 Blain! 🎉 Today, we’re celebrating not just an extraordinary leader but a true visionary who inspires us all at DiversITy-talent. Jeremy, your dedication to empowering young minds and driving positive change is nothing short of remarkable. On your special day, we want to thank you for your relentless passion, your wisdom, and the energy you bring to every project. Your leadership not only guides us but also ignites a spark in everyone around you. May this year bring you even more success, joy, and the fulfilment that comes from knowing you’re making a difference in so many lives. Here’s to another year of breaking boundaries and creating opportunities! 🎂✨ Cheers to you, Jeremy! 🥂 #HappyBirthday #Leadership #Inspiration #DiversITyTalent

Unlocking Tech Success in 3 Steps - 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘆 𝗔𝗴𝗶𝗹𝗲: The tech world moves fast—stay ahead by embracing change and learning continuously. - 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗴𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗦𝗼𝗳𝘁 𝗦𝗸𝗶𝗹𝗹𝘀: Technical know-how is just the start. Effective communication and collaboration are game-changers. - 𝗡𝗲𝘁𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆: Your connections can open doors to opportunities you never imagined. Invest in building a strong professional network. Ready to elevate your tech career? Keep learning, keep connecting, and keep pushing boundaries. #DiversITytalent #growth #softskills #networking #technology

📢 Calling Design Thinking facilitators in the UK (West of England - Reading / Swindon / Bath / Bristol / Gloucester / Cheltenham / Oxford) Our co-founders ANNA SOMAIYA and Jeremy 💫 Blain are looking for facilitators and volunteers to be part of our movement: **We are set up as a CIC - Community Interest Company set up to inspire young people and other untapped, underrepresented talent pools from diverse backgrounds into business and technology careers. See more here: www.diversity-talent.co.uk **This is done through our DiversITy-talent awards and a suite of work-ready programmes for those who don’t have the means or opportunities to build their modern skills base. Our competition sets a societal or community challenge for groups taking part (for example it might be 'solve food waste at schools' / 'tackling the elderly crisis in our communities') They go through a 12-week journey (**Approx. 2 hours per week**) using Agile methodology, backed up by the design thinking process, to allow them to understand what it is like to work in modern business, where Agile teams are the norm, as they tackle and solve the challenge. 📱This is linked to relevant tech to underpin their solution for the good of their community or wider society. They are certificated and endorsed with a Digital Badge by our sponsors, listing all the skills they gain - ie problem solving, collaboration, storytelling etc etc. The most important aspect is to have diverse team of around 10 participants, with the one rule being that there must be a a male / female parity split (outside of any gender neutral participants) as gender diversity is one of the biggest opportunities in business and tech, and a gateway to a broader range of diverse individuals (ie neurodiverse etc) 📣 We would like to hear from design thinking facilitators who are looking to give back to communities, while securing paid work. We will pay an hourly rate of £50, giving those partnering with us the opportunity to invest more of their time in the project as appropriate. Our next cohorts will kick off in October and will be centred around West of England / Swindon and surrounds, and elsewhere too. Please add a comment below or email [email protected] #diverityandinclusion #Swindon #Bristol #workforcetransformation #underrepresented #talentpool #workforceofthefuture

🚀 Celebrating Success: DiversITy-talent 2023-2024 KPI Results! 🚀 We are thrilled to share the outstanding results from this year’s DiversITy-Talent programme, which has made significant strides in promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion within business and technology careers. 🌍 Key Highlights: Engaging Diverse Students: 54.5% from high deprivation areas, 44.6% from ethnically diverse backgrounds, 52.3% female participation, and 27.7% neuro-diverse students. Shifting Career Perceptions: 14.2% increase in students valuing business/tech careers, 35.3% rise in career awareness, and a 32.8% boost in interest in pursuing these fields. Breaking Stereotypes: 20.5% decrease in the misconception that tech careers are "all about coding," and a 19.6% increase in the perception of creativity within these roles. This programme has not only inspired students to pursue careers in modern business and technology but has also played a crucial role in changing perceptions and breaking down barriers. A special thank you to our sponsor, IIRIS for generously sponsoring some of the schools in this year’s programme. Your support has been instrumental in making a positive impact on students from diverse and underrepresented backgrounds. We invite you to explore the full KPI report below for more insights into our impact. 📧 Interested in joining us for 2024-2025? Get in touch at [email protected] 🌟Together, we’re building a more inclusive future in business and technology. ANNA SOMAIYA Jeremy 💫 Blain Shradha Samantray Mateus Morato Fantini Graham Stonadge Emma Chittenden Moin Mulla Vicky Hickey ACMA Fiona Oliver Mark Bates Mark Foulsham @Anthony Hall Liz Capants Barbara Parry Julia Adamson MBE Rashik Parmar Diane Nagy John Speight Visweswar N @Emma Wilson @Sarah Farrar (Nee Bentley) Owen Warne Darren Brindley Ben Sonoiki Darran Marks Guy Elkins Swindon and Wiltshire Institute of Technology DiversITy-talent #Diversity #Inclusion #STEM #Technology #Education #KPIResults #CareerAwareness #BusinessCareers #TechCareers #DiversITyTalent #ThankYou

Tech disruption is redefining diversity across industries. Here's how: 𝗕𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗕𝗮𝗿𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗿𝘀: Tech is removing traditional obstacles, opening doors for diverse talent. 𝗚𝗹𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗹 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵: Enhanced connectivity brings together a wealth of perspectives. 𝗥𝗲𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗲 𝗙𝗹𝗲𝘅𝗶𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆: The shift to remote work supports talent from varied backgrounds. 𝗜𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: New tech solutions are designed with inclusivity in mind. 𝗔𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗲𝗱 𝗩𝗼𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀: Social media boosts diverse perspectives and drives change. The future is diverse and dynamic. Embrace the transformation! So join us by clicking on the link below https://lnkd.in/epcfb7KN #Techdisruption #DiversITytalent #diversity #remoteWork #inclusive #innovation

At DiversITy-talent, we're breaking barriers and building skills for change-makers in business, tech, young talents and beyond: 1️⃣ Use technology and business for impactful change 2️⃣ Master ethical marketing, teamwork, and innovation 3️⃣ Gain hands-on experience to launch your career or pivot your path Our programs are open to women, minorities, older individuals, and anyone facing challenges in tech. Mentorship and real-world challenges await to help you grow into the leader you’re meant to be. Ready to make your mark? Discover more: ⬇⬇ https://lnkd.in/epcfb7KN Together, let's create a future where everyone can thrive. #Talent #leadership #DiversITytalent #Innovation #mentorship #inclusive

As technology rapidly evolves, advancing requires not only technical expertise but also a steadfast dedication to personal development. Today, we explore essential yet often overlooked aspects crucial for thriving in this dynamic industry. To thrive in tech's fast-paced world, focus on: 1. 𝗣𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝗲𝗹𝗳-𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗲: Prioritize health to avoid burnout.  2. 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗴𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗔𝗴𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆: Stay sharp and adapt to trends.  3. 𝗦𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽: Gain guidance and support.  4. 𝗘𝗺𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗱𝗮𝗽𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆: Adjust to rapid technological changes. Incorporate these principles for long-term success in tech. 💪 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/epcfb7KN #DiversityTalent #networking #innovation #mentorship #technology