ACS Social Impact

We are building a better tech future… and you can join us.

 

Technology is vital to Australia’s future. As the tech sector’s professional association, it’s our responsibility to solve the most critical issues. ACS is a catalyst for change, bringing together business, government and the education and not-for-profit sectors to solve these problems.

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ACS Impact is providing solutions and arming you with the tools, resources and policies to take action yourself.

 

What are the urgent issues?

 

If Australia’s technology sector is to maintain its growth and critical contribution to the economy, it must tackle three urgent, overarching issues:

 

   

How ACS is taking action

 

ACS is bringing together business, government, education and not-for-profit sectors to help solve these urgent, overarching issues. We have created goals and are taking action in these key areas:

 
 
 

Increasing the representation of women in the tech sector

 

Australia needs greater female representation in the tech workforce, especially at a senior level. 

 
 
 

Embracing neurodiversity

 

Without more accepting workplace cultures, the potential of some of the next great minds may go unrealised.

 
 
 

Increasing First Nations representation

 

Achieving more Indigenous tech experts requires widespread change to access and opportunities.

 
 
 
 

Building a sector for all identities

 

Technology is built around progress, so we must embrace the LGBTQIA+ community.

 
 
 

Providing greater access to technology

 

Technology is a necessity but millions, including a generation of ‘edge users’, struggle with access. We must ensure that no one is left behind.

 
 
 

Reaching carbon neutrality

 

As technology evolves, our carbon footprint will only become larger, so we must act now.

 
 
 

How you can make a difference

 

As an ACS member, you can stand with us as we lead the charge to create solutions and opportunities that affect you, your organisation and Australia’s tech sector. Here’s how you can start taking action:

 

  • Build your knowledge on the key issues with ACS online resources 
  • Take part in ACS events, masterclasses and webinars
  • Become an advocate within your industry and workplace 
  • Work with ACS to develop new and better ways to make a difference