Supporting Women in the Internet Industry Overview
The IAASysters program started in 2021. After years of noticing consistently low participation rates of women in our industry we wanted to do something concrete about it!
The program aims to encourage and support ALL women and gender diverse people working in the internet industry. We achieve this by offering ten sponsored attendees the opportunity to participate in the IAASysters Workshop – a one-day workshop that provides expert career advice and helps build important soft skills that support career advancement. Systers will also attend a technical conference where they will receive in-depth training and networking opportunities.
The next IAASysters will take place in 2025, with more details to come soon.
Apply for a place or nominate someone to attend below. If your organisation is interested in sponsorship find out more about how to sponsor IAASysters below.
This Program Enables
Inclusivity
Career Advancement
Opportunity
If your organisation would also like to make a difference for women in the internet industry, we have sponsorship opportunities available. All the information you need to know is in the prospectus, or alternatively, you can contact us directly to discuss these options at events@internet.asn.au.
If you are ready to sponsor, please complete our Intent to Sponsor form below.
IAASysters 2025 Intent to Sponsor
Complete this form to let us know that you're keen to sponsor the IAASysters program in 2025.
Apply now or nominate someone you know would benefit from being a be part of the IAASysters 2025 intake!
Please ensure that you/your nominee meet the eligibility criteria below before submitting.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Must be employed or working towards a career in the internet industry*
- Have a passion for the internet and the internet industry
- Reside within Australia
As part of the application process, we require an overview of your current role and a summary of your career aspirations and/or relevant training. Applications must include a statement of endorsement from either a direct supervisor or mentor; in the case of nominations, the nominator’s endorsement statement will be accepted.
Applications demonstrating the most potential for personal growth and passion for the internet are rated highest.
Whether you are an aspiring student, intern, re-entering the workforce after a break or have been in your role for some time, it’s your passion for the internet and the internet industry that really counts.
*Applications are open to ALL types of job roles within the internet industry (network operations, engineering, IT, marketing, regulation, customer support or studying towards a relevant degree or diploma).
The IAASysters Workshop includes sessions designed to help attendees plan their future careers and develop critical soft skills that will help them achieve their goals.
2025 Program details:
IAASysters Workshop – Tuesday, 2 September 2025, Melbourne, VIC. Venue TBC.
Conference – Wednesday 3 & Thursday 4 September 2025, Melbourne, VIC. Venue TBC.
Below is the workshop timetable from 2024 as a guide:
Industry Event
Attendance at a technical conference is a vital part of this program as it enables women to network with prominent industry figures and learns and develop technical knowledge and expertise. This program is all about industry participation and success!
Platinum Sponsor:
2024 Gold Sponsors:
2024 Silver Sponsors:
