Main Conference (April 29, 2025)

The Hidden Cost of Inequity: - The Urgent Need for Genuine Inclusivity in New Zealand's Tech Sector

This study investigates employee perceptions of gender diversity, leadership, work‐life balance, discrimination, career development, and compensation within the technology sector. By combining quantitative survey data from 189 respondents with qualitative insights from in‐depth interviews, the study provides a comprehensive view of underlying systemic challenges affecting women and gender‐diverse professionals.

Meena Satishkumar

Founder of Tech Beyond Gender

I am a Solutions Architect at BNZ. I am very passionate and inquisitive! Be it exploring the mind body complex or a new technology/application absolutely keen to break it apart and get to the core. Years of practising Yoga/Meditation has given me the ability to flex and challenge my mind in applying rigorous logic to complex analytical issues and at the same time express myself through art and music.