90% of women not sure about DEI measures for inclusion in ANSR and Talent500 survey
women in technology believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) measures manifest only as a theory for the industry, revealing a concerning gap between intention and execution.
In a recent survey conducted by Talent500, the owned talent platform of ANSR, about 70% of women in technology believe that the DEI measures undertaken by the industry are marketing measures.
This study engaged with about 3000 women pan-India to understand and evaluate their insights on representation and engagement of women workforce in modern IT teams. It unveiled critical insights, showcasing a colossal difference between perception and reality, and highlighting the gaps in gender stereotyping during interviews to a perceived absence of clear pathways for career advancement into leadership roles.
About 90% of the surveyed participants believed that organisations are not taking any concrete efforts and initiatives to fulfil the contemporary demands of gender diversity. This they said is brought about by deep-rooted biases and challenges that women face, right from hiring to retention, inclusion to appreciation and growth.
Significantly, 45% of the respondents to the Talent500 survey believed that the problem stems directly from non-diverse hiring panels.
As many as 60% of respondents with 5-10 years of experience backed this, stating that companies should be held accountable for equitable hiring practices.
The absence of a mixed panel results in discrimination
