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In an era marked by calls for greater equality and diversity, it's striking to observe the gender disparities at the highest levels of international organizations. Despite significant progress in many sectors, the upper echelons of global leadership remain predominantly male. This isn't just a matter of representation; it's about utilizing the full spectrum of global talent and perspectives that women bring to the table. Why should international organizations prioritize electing women to leadership positions? The answer lies in the proven benefits that diverse leadership teams offer, including enhanced decision-making, increased cooperation, and more innovative problem-solving. Studies consistently show that organizations with diverse leadership perform better and are more effective at managing crises—a critical advantage in handling global challenges. Moreover, women often bring different experiences and insights, particularly in areas like diplomacy, economic development, and peacebuilding, which can lead to more sustainable and inclusive policies. By failing to elect women as leaders, international organizations miss out on these unique contributions and perpetuate a status quo that is increasingly at odds with global demographic realities. It's time for international organizations to not only advocate for gender equality but to embody it within their leadership structures. Electing women leaders isn't just about fairness or equality; it's about making international organizations more effective and representative of the populations they serve. #Leadership #GenderEquality #DiversityInLeadership #InternationalOrganizations #WomenInLeadership

I am thrilled to share the culmination of my recent research project, titled "The Role of Women in Top Management and Its Impact on Company Leadership." This study, conducted as part of my academic journey at Babu Banarasi Das (BBD) University , delves into the transformative influence of female leaders on corporate success and organizational culture.🌟🚀 Through comprehensive analysis and in-depth case studies, my research highlights how women in senior management positions drive enhanced decision-making, foster innovation, and strengthen corporate governance. The findings reveal that gender-diverse leadership teams not only improve financial performance but also cultivate a more inclusive and positive workplace environment.💫 The presence of women in top management roles brings varied perspectives that are crucial for navigating today's complex business landscape. Companies that embrace gender diversity are better positioned to achieve sustainable growth, build resilience, and adapt to changing market dynamics. Moreover, female leaders often champion initiatives that promote ethical practices and social responsibility, further enhancing the company's reputation and stakeholder trust.🚀 This research underscores the importance of advancing gender equality in the corporate world. It is a call to action for organizations to recognize the invaluable contributions of women leaders and to implement strategies that support their advancement.🚀 #Leadership #WomenInManagement #DiversityAndInclusion #CorporateSuccess #Research #HigherEducation #BusinessInnovation #EthicalLeadership

The theme for this year’s International Women’s Day, ‘Inspiring Inclusion’, underscores the need to foster an inclusive society where women are valued, respected, treated equitably, and empowered to make significant strides in all fabrics of society. If Nigeria were to make a significant stride in closing the gender gaps in economic participation and opportunity, then a more nuanced use of gender-responsive financing presents a unique opportunity for government and policymakers to drive necessary change. In an age where the world is facing immense pressures and crises, achieving gender equality is a task that must be coordinated at all levels. Ensuring women’s and girl’s rights across all segments is just the only way to achieve an equitable present, a secure future, and a prosperous economy for all. In recent years, there has been a growing global discussion surrounding the presence of women on corporate boards. It’s not just about gender; it’s about ensuring diversity, equity, and inclusion in these important decision-making bodies. Despite recognising the importance of gender balance and diversity, C-suite executives, investors, regulators, and policymakers have struggled to effectively increase the representation of women on boards. This remains a complex issue that requires continued attention and action... #leadership #internationalwomensday #businessday https://lnkd.in/dctw3BtY

𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻 𝗔𝗿𝗲 𝗦𝗵𝗮𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗚𝗖𝗖𝘀? Women are making significant strides in the GCC landscape, breaking glass ceilings and emerging as influential leaders. 𝗔 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘀𝘁𝘂𝗱𝘆 𝗯𝘆 𝗠𝗰𝗞𝗶𝗻𝘀𝗲𝘆 𝗳𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗱𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗲 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗺𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝟯𝟱% 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗹𝗶𝗸𝗲𝗹𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝗽𝗲𝗲𝗿𝘀. 🚀 GCCs are at the forefront of this transformation. By prioritizing gender diversity, these centers are creating inclusive work environments that foster innovation and high performance. Initiatives such as mentorship programs, leadership development opportunities, and flexible work arrangements are crucial in empowering women to reach their full potential. A report by Catalyst revealed that 𝗼𝗿𝗴𝗮𝗻𝗶𝘇𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗵𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗳𝗲𝗺𝗮𝗹𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗿𝗼𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗮 𝟮𝟮% 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝗿𝗴𝗮𝗻𝗶𝘇𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗲𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀. However, challenges persist. 𝗔 𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗯𝘆 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗮 𝗵𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘄𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻’𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝗚𝗖𝗖 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗿𝗼𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘀 𝗹𝗼𝘄, 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗼𝗻𝗹𝘆 𝟮𝟮% 𝗼𝗳 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗱 𝗯𝘆 𝘄𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻. To address this, GCCs must continue implementing targeted strategies to attract, retain, and advance women in their careers. Join the movement toward gender equality in the workplace! Follow us for inspiring stories, actionable insights, and updates on initiatives that empower women in GCCs. Together, we can drive meaningful change! 🌍 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝗛𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗣𝗹𝘂𝘀 𝗡𝗼𝘄! 𝗛𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗣𝗹𝘂𝘀–𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗚𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘄𝗮𝘆 𝗧𝗼 𝗚𝗹𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗹 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗲𝗻𝘁! #WomenInLeadership #GCC #DiversityAndInclusion #GenderEquality #LeadershipDevelopment #EmpowerWomen #WomenInBusiness #InclusiveLeadership #WorkplaceDiversity #FemaleLeaders #WomenInTech #GenderParity #LeadershipMatters #CareerGrowth #DiversityWins #EqualityForAll #WomenEmpowerment #FutureOfWork #LeadershipExcellence #WomenWhoLead #BreakingBarriers

🔍 Unconscious bias against strong women in leadership positions🔍 If you're anything like me, then you will no doubt have been called "bossy", "assertive", "aggressive" or "confident" (and I don't mean in the positive sense)..... Why is it that confident men are valued, looked up to and respected; while women frequently are not? It's clear to me that strong, confident women are essential to driving innovation and progress. Yet, despite all the progress we've made towards achieving gender equality, unconscious biases and negative labels still persist, often subtly undermining women's contributions and leadership. I also believe there are simple and effective actions that men and women can take together: 🔍Language matters: being mindful of the words used to describe women in leadership, calling others out where necessary and opting for terms that reflect professionalism and skill, irrespective of gender 🔍Self-awareness: recognising the biases we all have and being open to challenging ourselves and others, by championing a culture of openness and constructive challenge 🔍Support: encouraging and supporting female leaders through mentorship and allyship. Allies in particular have an important role to play in dismantling biases 🔍Visibility: showcasing strong female leaders, both internally and externally. Not only does this support women with growing their self-confidence, but it also supports your rising talent of the future, with the added benefit of attracting new talent to your organisation In the words of Amy Rees Anderson “Here's to strong women, may we know them, may we be them, may we raise them.” #GenderEquality #WomenInLeadership #UnconsciousBias #DiversityAndInclusion #BreakingBarriers #LeadershipMatters #femalecoaching #femalementor

Empowering Women’s Leadership, Together   This International Women's Day, Chaberton Partners - Executive Search  is proud to celebrate our commitment to the development of leaders into senior management and leadership positions, regardless of gender. Our dedication is rooted in the belief that inclusive leadership is transformative.   I'm proud to say that at Chaberton, women constitute 65% of our Human Explorers, holding key positions such as Partners, CFO, and CHRO. Chaberton women bring crucial insights and leadership qualities to the forefront of business and strategic decision-making. Our organizational culture is anchored in the values of Authenticity, Trust, Ownership, and Caring. We create inclusive environments with flexibility, respect, and empowerment.    Chaberton’s commitment extends beyond our internal efforts to promote gender equality and inclusive leadership. We actively partner with our clients to improve the representation of women in senior management and leadership roles. We commit to 50% women in all our search shortlists. We mentor women leaders and organize events that spotlight female leadership, such as Inspiring Breakfast with former Pepsi CEO Indra Nooyi.   As we celebrate International Women's Day, let’s reflect on the progress made towards gender equality and female leadership, and the journey that lies ahead. Together, we can explore a more equitable future.    #InternationalWomensDay #LeadershipEquality #WomenInLeadership #ChabertonPartners #Empowerment #DiversityAndInclusion #HumanExplorers  

🚀 Exciting Research Alert! 🚀 We're thrilled to announce the publication of a groundbreaking study titled "Implementation of the Women on Boards Directive in Romania: A Multi-Stakeholder Perspective" by Alina Prahoveanu. This comprehensive research delves into the Romanian stakeholders' views on the "Women on Boards" EU Directive, offering invaluable insights into gender-based leadership dynamics, challenges, and opportunities for achieving gender balance in boardrooms. Key Highlights: ✅ Exploration of gender biases and leadership styles within the Romanian context. ✅ Proposals for overcoming barriers to the WoB Directive's successful implementation. ✅ A detailed look at the enablers fostering a more gender-balanced leadership landscape. We're particularly proud that Lestat Monroe, our founding member, played a pivotal role in this research. Their contributions have been instrumental in shaping the study's direction and findings, highlighting the importance of diverse perspectives in corporate governance. This research not only contributes to gender-based leadership theory but also proposes actionable strategies for leveraging Romania's unique context to advance gender equality in corporate leadership. Find the report ➡️ https://lnkd.in/e-7EnK38 Let's discuss how we can collectively work towards a more inclusive and equitable corporate world. Your thoughts and feedback are most welcome! #GenderEquality #Leadership #CorporateGovernance #DiversityAndInclusion #WomenOnBoards #RDCC

Tomorrow the WJI 2030 Leadership Summit will take place, at the United Nations HQ in New York, focusing on the theme 'Forward Faster: Why Collective Action Matters.' We are thrilled to welcome a distinguished panel of leaders to discuss the importance of collective action in creating more inclusive and resilient supply chains. They will explore emerging strategies that foster accountability for gender equality and women’s empowerment across every step of the supply chain – from sourcing to retail. Panel Moderator: 🗣️ Iris Maria Alexis Van der Veken, Executive Director & Secretary General, Watch and Jewellery Initiative 2030 Our Esteemed Panelists: 🔸 Dr Anino Emuwa, Founder, 100 Women @ Davos 🔸 Ilaria Resta, CEO, Audemars Piguet 🔸 Antonella Centra, EVP General Counsel, Corporate Affairs and Sustainability, Gucci 🔸 Alexander Lacik, CEO, Pandora 🔸 Raj Mehta, Director, Rosy Blue We look forward to an inspiring conversation and new insights on how collective action can accelerate progress toward sustainability and gender equality within the watch and jewellery industry. #WJI2030 #LeadershipSummit #CollectiveAction #GenderEquality #Sustainability #WomensEmpowerment #2030Agenda

I’ve been debating about whether I should post anything for international women’s day. #IWD seems to be coming around faster and faster every year. And while so many brilliant people are driving the gender equality movement forwards in all kinds of magnificent ways, the overall progress can, at times, feel frustratingly slow. Amidst the many many many (often fantastic) posts I’ve seen today, it’s easy to feel a little fatigued at the prospect of chipping in and adding my voice to the masses. But then I remembered that a staggering 38% of Gen-Z and millennials - aka my peers - think efforts to advance women's rights have gone “far enough” in the UK. That’s according to a study by Ipsos UK and the King's Global Institute for Women's Leadership. Whilst I don’t have the word-count to get into why this statistic is so baffling to me, it does serve as a healthy reminder: we can’t afford to take a backseat when it comes to shouting about equality. It’s absolutely WILD that we still have to state this, but here goes... GENDER EQUALITY IS GOOD FOR EVERYONE. It’s good for men and women. It’s good for children. It's good for business. It’s good for the planet. It's good for health and wellbeing. It’s good for the economy. So with my own industry in mind, here’s a roundup of some of the best thought leadership I’ve seen shared today: 1) On creating an environment that supports women leaders: https://lnkd.in/eu5uEmNE (Via Harvard Business Review. Cheers to Sarah Przybylak for sharing this one earlier.) 2) On avoiding ‘The Glass Cliff’: https://lnkd.in/ef4k5XPN (via Sophie Williams and People Management magazine. And thank you Jennifer Law for introducing me to this concept!) 3) On advertising’s erasure of older women and women of colour: https://lnkd.in/eMYCBX-M (Shoutout to Paul Hewerdine for putting this one on my radar) 4) On creating a menopause-supportive workplace: https://lnkd.in/eA-YXdii (via Business Leader) 5) On redefining ‘ambition’ though a more gender-inclusive lens: https://lnkd.in/etFmg5_i (Another one from Harvard Business Review) 6) On the rewards of marketing to women: https://lnkd.in/e7hcWG4c (via The Current, shared by Cindy Gallop) And quite frankly, thanks to everyone else posting today. I might have started the day feeling a little bit complacent, but I've been hugely inspired and encouraged by your words. #iwd2024 #womenempowerment #womeninmarketing

It's staggering that with stats like the ones below that we (and by we- I mean the automotive industry) are still failing to make the moves needed to create more gender diverse teams! Gender diversity is not just about fairness—it’s good for business. Research shows that companies with gender-diverse teams are more innovative, make better decisions, and are more profitable. A study by McKinsey & Company found that companies in the top quartile for gender diversity on executive teams were 21% more likely to outperform their competitors on profitability and 27% more likely to have superior value creation.