Shaping the Future of Inclusive Tech ??

As the leading technology trade association, techUK is dedicated to empowering companies of all sizes to harness the full potential of digital technology and its positive impact. Together, we forge an innovative network across businesses, governments, and stakeholders, striving for a brighter future for all - empowering people, strengthening society, driving the economy, and protecting the planet. To join our tech community, click here.

Following the roaring success of techUK’s Women in Tech campaign in March 2023, where we marched forward to close the tech gender gap, this year we are spotlighting all forms of diversity and inclusion needed to foster equal opportunities in the tech sector and beyond.?

techUK is actively working to open new pathways for people from diverse backgrounds to thrive, which will help the sector develop better products and services that recognise diverse user needs. But supporting everyone of all backgrounds is a collective responsibility, and by championing diversity and inclusion, we pave the way for a more innovative and equitable future.?

Tech companies wield significant influence and have the potential to drive positive social change. Our goal is to use this month to celebrate diversity, equity, and inclusion and the work organisations are doing to support it while acknowledging the work that still lies ahead.?

This means discussing the good, bad, and ugly realities of working in the industry.?

That’s why we've invited members to contribute to this month-long campaign with different types of content, sparking discussions on key issues such as women in tech, minority career progression, social mobility, workplace biases, gender pay disparities, effective allyship, mental health challenges, ageism, accessible technology, inclusive design, and the impact of flexible working.?

?? Read below some of the insights from members for the #TechTogether campaign month:?

You can still submit your contributions to be promoted as part of the TechTogether campaign . Click here to find out more about how to get involved.

??Opportunities for Members??

• Call for Contributions |? Digital Transformation in the Public Sector Week 2024 | Deadline for submissions: 28 March?
• Call for Case Studies | AI adoption in Energy and Water | Deadline for submissions : 13 April?

Sponsorship and partnership opportunities can be found here .??

?? TechUK Wrap-Up!

• We introduced the techUK Data Centres Council for the years 2024 to 2026, with Allan Bosley ( Ark Data Centres ) appointed as the chair and Andrew Jay (CBRE) as the vice-chair of the council.?
• We teamed up with the Greater London Authority to host the London Telecoms Showcase 2024 at our London HQ.?
• We were thrilled to announce that we're founding partners of UK Tech Week : a new initiative celebrating innovation and entrepreneurship nationwide. Find out more here. ??
• In partnership with Shoosmiths , we hosted the event "Redefining Web 3.0: Emerging economies, metaverse technologies, and the New Age of the internet". You can find out more about the event here. ??
• We were delighted to announce techUK's Cloud Leadership Committee . The Committee has elected Adrian Bradley 毕马威（英国） as Chair and Miriam Souissi 普华永道 and Jon Hammant Amazon Web Services (AWS) as Vice-Chairs.??
• On 21 February, Matt Robinson , Matthew Evans and Sheila Flavell CBE (President, techUK and COO of FDM Group ) gathered in Scotland for a full day of meetings. ? We also hosted events at The Labour Party conference in Glasgow. ??

?? Upcoming Events???

Some techUK events that might interest you:?

• Meeting | Tech Against Trafficking report launch: Building an Effective Data Ecosystem to Address Forced Labor Risks in Global Supply Chains (18 March, techUK London HQ, Free and Open to All)?
• Panel Discussion | Warming Up to Efficiency: A Cross-Industry Panel on Data Centre Heat Export by Equinix (19 March, techUK London HQ and Online, Free and Open to All)?
• Panel Discussion | Digital Infrastructure Leaders Series: Northern Ireland (20 March, Online and Open to All)?
• Panel Discussion | Supercharging Scale-up Investment: Perspectives from investor and British scale-ups (20 March, techUK London HQ, Free and Open to All)??
• Panel Discussion | Mayoral Tech Hustings: Greater Manchester (21 March, Manchester, Free and Open to All)?