diversity and inclusion

Microsoft’s decision to rename its major Windows updates from the familiar “Spring” and “Fall” labels to the more neutral “H1” and “H2” might appear, at first glance, to be merely a move towards greater chronological clarity. However, the impetus for this change is rooted in a deeper and...

Microsoft’s Power Women Awards have increasingly become a defining initiative within the technology sector, shining a much-needed spotlight on the achievements, influence, and future promise of women leaders across multiple industries. In 2025, the announcement that Breda O’Callaghan of KPMG has...

In a significant milestone for gender equity in technology, Microsoft has announced Breda O’Callaghan, Managing Director at KPMG Ireland, as the recipient of the 2025 Microsoft Power Women Awards for Ireland. Now in its latest edition, this awards program illuminates the work of twenty...

When assessing the pulse of leading-edge business and technology leadership in Jersey, few stories resonate as powerfully as this: Geraldine Evans, Chief Operating Officer and Co-Founder of Prosperity 24/7, has distinguished herself by successfully attaining the Institute of Directors’ (IoD)...

Technology is reshaping our world at a pace that, even a decade ago, would have seemed the stuff of science fiction. Few areas have felt this transformation more than accessibility—the drive to ensure people of all abilities can participate fully in digital life. With each advancement, we move...

Microsoft’s recent push for diversity and inclusion in the Asia-Pacific region has taken on new momentum with the introduction of the Microsoft Enabler Program. While much has been written about diversity initiatives in tech, rarely do we see a holistic, multi-pronged effort that directly...

A Decade of Learning: Building a Dynamic Workforce through Neurodiversity In the ever-evolving landscape of modern workplaces, fostering diversity has moved beyond traditional notions of representation. One of the most transformative and yet often overlooked aspects is embracing...

The Black Tech Achievement Awards 2025 shone a bright spotlight on the remarkable contributions of Microsoft’s own innovators and changemakers, underscoring the power of diversity and inclusion in shaping the future of technology. Held on Friday 21 March at the prestigious JW Marriott Grosvenor...

International Women’s Day 2025 brought a vibrant, forward-thinking energy to the tech landscape as Microsoft UK, in partnership with LinkedIn, hosted an event with a powerful theme: Investing in Our Future – Enable, Empower, Elevate. This celebration reflected not only on the significant strides...

In today's fast-evolving tech landscape, where artificial intelligence is rapidly redefining how we work, innovate, and collaborate, one Silicon Valley stalwart is taking center stage. Heralded for its forward-thinking vision, Microsoft’s Copilot artificial intelligence assistant is not only...