Inclusive Future

Embracing neurodiversity: The key to unlocking hidden talent in the workforce

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Embracing neurodiversity: The key to unlocking hidden talent in the workforce

The technology sector is undergoing a seismic shift, not only in terms of the rapid adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) but also in how companies recruit and leverage talent. As AI transforms the industry and recruitment processes, organizations are beginning to understand the immense value of hiring neurodivergent talent—individuals whose brains function differently than what’s considered “typical” and who often excel in areas overlooked by traditional hiring methods. This shift opens new doors, particularly for…

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Cisco Networking Academy honors International Day of the World’s Indigenous People

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Cisco Networking Academy honors International Day of the World’s Indigenous People

There are nearly half a billion Indigenous Peoples in 90 countries around the world. Indigenous Peoples are among the most disadvantaged and vulnerable people on the planet. The international community recognizes that special measures are required to protect Indigenous rights and to maintain their distinct cultures and ways of life.[i] To raise awareness of the issues Indigenous Peoples face, the UN has declared August 9 International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples. Education is an…

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Cisco takes a quantum leap ahead to build a more inclusive future

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Cisco takes a quantum leap ahead to build a more inclusive future

Dr. Prineha Narang, Founder and CTO, Aliro Quantum Dr. Prineha Narang never set out to be an entrepreneur. But then the university professor’s students and postdoctoral scholars started asking if quantum networking was ready for commercialization. As they worked on answering that question, she realized the time was right to dive into a new world. Today, Narang wears several hats. She is a professor of physical sciences and electrical and computer engineering at the University…

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How Smart Tech is Teaching Us About Our Oceans, One Catch at a Time

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How Smart Tech is Teaching Us About Our Oceans, One Catch at a Time

Picture our world as a giant game of dominoes. One tiny nudge can set off a chain reaction where everything topples over. While climate shifts are altering our atmosphere and landscapes; they are reshaping the oceans, too, and tiny nudges in the ocean have big impacts on our daily lives.   Think about it; our oceans are life’s supermarkets for more than three billion people, and they provide a livelihood for 12 percent of the global…

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The Transformational Opportunity of AI on ICT Jobs

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The Transformational Opportunity of AI on ICT Jobs

AI represents a never-before-seen opportunity for technology to benefit humankind in every way. It’s changing everything – especially the way we work. Preparing the global workforce for the advancements of AI technology is not just a business objective at Cisco. It’s arguably one of the most impactful ways to power an inclusive future for all. It’s why our Cisco Networking Academy work is so crucial – 20.5 million students trained worldwide and counting! It’s also…

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Co-innovating with Historically Black Colleges and Universities

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Co-innovating with Historically Black Colleges and Universities

A future defined by AI, hyper security, and constant change has brought into focus the importance of ensuring subsets of our world’s population aren’t left behind. We need to be diligent in bringing people along and to do this we are pursuing what we at Cisco can meaningfully influence – using our technology, our people, and our networks to help close the digital divide. Every individual has the right to thrive in our increasingly connected…

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Our Shared Responsibility: Africa's Cybersecurity Imperative

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Our Shared Responsibility: Africa's Cybersecurity Imperative

Globalization and digitization have made our world progressively interconnected, and as the promise of AI is realized around the world, so are accompanying threats. Cybersecurity stands as a critical pillar for economic stability and growth, reaching across borders and touching every aspect of our global community, but Cisco’s Cybersecurity Readiness Index reveals a sobering truth: that a mere 3% of global organizations are ready to address contemporary risks across the full spectrum of cybersecurity solutions. As…

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Cisco Recognized for Global Leadership in LGBTQ+ Inclusion

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Cisco Recognized for Global Leadership in LGBTQ+ Inclusion

As we strive to build an Inclusive Future for All, the work we do to improve inclusion and belonging for LGBTQ+ Cisco employees is essential. In this spirit, we are proud to share that Cisco has been recognized by the 2023 Workplace Pride Impact Awards as an Ambassador-level achiever with a 78% rating. Our rating is one of the Most Improved year-over-year among hundreds of companies. Cisco was also the Top Scorer by Industry Sector…

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Cisco Recognized for Global Leadership in LGBTQ+ Inclusion

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Cisco Recognized for Global Leadership in LGBTQ+ Inclusion

As we strive to build an Inclusive Future for All, the work we do to improve inclusion and belonging for LGBTQ+ Cisco employees is essential. In this spirit, we are proud to share that Cisco has been recognized by the 2023 Workplace Pride Impact Awards as an Ambassador-level achiever with a 78% rating. Our rating is one of the Most Improved year-over-year among hundreds of companies. Cisco was also the Top Scorer by Industry Sector…

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Working with Community Corporate to reskill refugees through Cisco Networking Academy

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Working with Community Corporate to reskill refugees through Cisco Networking Academy

June 20 marks World Refugee Day, designated by the United Nations to honor refugees around the globe. The latest statistics show that more than 110 million people have been forcibly displaced worldwide in 2023—the highest-ever single-year increase of displacement of people in history and twice the number of displacements from just ten years ago. Countries hosting refugees face challenges integrating new arrivals into their societies. Digital inclusion may be a key for achieving this. Evidence…

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