Our Press More young Indigenous people will be able to make their mark on the technology industry with the help of not-for-profit organisation Generation Australia.National Indigenous Times“It feels like we’ve found this amazing channel of people and I don’t want to tell anyone else because it’s great for us,” laughs Deirdre McIntosh, Senior Director, Workforce Planning and Execution at consulting company Avanade.Microsoft“First Nations Australians face significantly more barriers to access meaningful employment than the average Australian, and lack of cultural understanding or unsupportive work environments create further challenges in employment,” Generation Australia CEO Malcolm Kinns said. The Advocate“This is why Generation Australia is collaborating with industry leaders such as Accenture and Microsoft to create new pathways from education to employment.Dynamic Business“The influence of Gen Z in the workforce has helped to push diversity, accessibility, and flexibility in the workplace. In 2022 and beyond, becoming an employer of choice will increasingly depend on whether the organisation has created an environment where people from all walks of life can find meaningful employment. Dynamic Business“We are sitting at 4.1 per cent unemployment, but there are still many pockets in the community where there just aren’t jobs for people, particularly for those from disadvantaged backgrounds, and especially in future-facing jobs,” said Mr Lydon. Financial ReviewTraditional education to employment pathways overlooks this ‘hidden’ talent. However, with the right support, these motivated employees can overcome barriers to find meaningful careers, improving personal outcomes while solving the skills shortage. Inside Aging
