Women
At IBM, women have been making contributions to the advancement of information technology for almost as long as the company has been in existence. Where many companies proudly date their affirmative action programs to the 1970s, IBM has been creating meaningful roles for female employees since the 1930s. Looking for inspiring stories about women at IBM, or resources on learning and development? Want to make a difference in your company and in your communities? It all starts here!
Be Outspoken
“The opportunities and pathways have been changing for women. Corporate opportunities are changing to acknowledge and support that women pursue and prioritize goals differently than men.”
Be Outspoken
“Diversity in terms of color and gender will ensure that the future of technology is not one dimensional.”
Numbers
59%
Percentage of organizations that offer flexible hours to support work/life balance¹19%
Higher revenue growth generated by organizations identified as gender equity leaders¹61%
Organizations with formal networking groups for women¹54%
Number of men who believe it’s just as likely for a woman to be CEO as a man¹45%
Organizations that say advancing more women into leadership roles is a top business priority¹
Champion diversity
Every one of us is a complex combination of diverse characteristics. Learn more about other communities and embrace all aspects of identity.
Pivotal moments
1935
First written equal opportunity policy. This was almost 30 years before the US passed the Equal Pay Act.
