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Happy International Women's Day! Today, we celebrate the incredible achievements of women around the world, especially in the business arena. From pioneering entrepreneurs to visionary leaders, women have been breaking barriers and reshaping industries. As we reflect on this day, it's evident that the narrative of women in business is evolving rapidly, with more women stepping into leadership roles and driving positive change. History has consistently demonstrated that women possess unique qualities that make them exceptionally well-suited to lead. Their deep connection to the natural world, often referred to as 'mother nature,' fosters empathy, resilience, and a holistic approach to problem-solving. These attributes are crucial in today's complex global landscape, where sustainability and inclusivity are paramount. Let's continue to champion gender equality and empower women to thrive in all aspects of business and leadership. Together, we can create a more equitable and prosperous future for all. #InternationalWomensDay #GenderEquality #WomenInBusiness #Empowerment www.oneaskincare.com.au

📈 Solactive AG and Equileap have launched a first-of-its-kind index, the Solactive Equileap Emerging Markets Gender Equality Index, which tracks firms in emerging markets through a #gender lens. ⚖️ By applying a best-in-class approach across sectors, this index promotes a more balanced and equitable investment landscape in emerging markets. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/e83PXZQm

The push for gender equality and the empowerment of women in the business sector is not just a matter of fairness or ethical responsibility—it is a strategic imperative that drives innovation, opens new markets, and enhances corporate performance. As businesses strive to foster inclusivity, female leaders are proving to be a transformative force for workplace culture and economic growth. ✔️Indra Nooyi at PepsiCo: Indra Nooyi’s leadership as CEO of PepsiCo rejuvenated the company with her forward-thinking strategies, focusing on healthy products and a sustainable business model, demonstrating the impact of visionary female leadership. ✔️Mary Barra at General Motors: Mary Barra, the CEO of General Motors, has been pivotal in steering the company towards electric vehicles and technology-driven solutions, showcasing how female leadership is effectively shaping the future of traditionally male-dominated industries.

Happy International Women's Day to everyone celebrating! It's a great day for all of us women, but, for me, what's more important is that it serves as a powerful reminder that our commitment to gender equality extends far beyond just March 8th. This year, the theme is all about #InspireInclusion and echoing the United Nations' call to 'Invest in women: Accelerate progress' - a call to action but one we need to respond to beyond just the one day to close that gender gap. In our LinkedIn community, fostering an environment of inclusivity and equity is as crucial as meeting our business and career objectives. Every action we take should contribute to the narrative of gender equality, reminding us that this pursuit goes beyond a single day of acknowledgement - it's an ongoing commitment to inspire inclusion for the other 364 days of the year. We must continually reflect on our efforts to promote equality in our workplaces and make it a core part of every decision. It benefits not only women but enriches our diverse workforce as a whole. Therefore, the question we need to keep asking ourselves every day is, "Are we #InspiringInclusion?" By being aware and acting on this daily, we can push for faster progress and transform gender and diversity inclusion from a distant goal into our daily reality. How are you celebrating IWD today, and what do you do in your workplace to inspire inclusion on a daily basis? Priyanka Tiku Gupta Farrah Isaac Peta Delahunty The Athena Network Singapore #IWD2024 #EverydayEquality #LeadTheChange

In a world where innovation is at the heart of progress, and diversity fuels the engine of creativity, the conversation on gender equity remains not just relevant, but crucial. As we navigate through the complexities of the 21st century, understanding the multifaceted layers of gender bias and equity is more than an ethical imperative—it's a catalyst for unlocking untapped potential in every sphere of society. Why, you might ask, in an era marked by significant strides towards equality, should we continue to spotlight gender equity? The answer lies not only in the milestones achieved but also in the nuances of the journey still ahead. This month, I will be publishing a weekly article about myths in gender equity that will, hopefully, challenge preconceptions and engage us in a meaningful dialogue about gender equity. More than providing definitive answers, the aim is to explore, question, and contribute to the evolving discourse on gender equity. I hope you’ll join me in this exploration—because the path to equity is one we pave together, one conversation at a time. A huge thank you to Andreia dos Reis who was an invaluable right arm when crafting these articles and to my wonderful team who always believes in my ideas and cheers me on! First article tomorrow, stay tuned! #genderequality #genderequity #diversityequityinclusion Photo by Drew Beamer on Unsplash

As Europe’s industrial landscape evolves with digitalisation, sustainability goals, and tech advances, inclusive leadership has never been more crucial. The EU’s Gender Equality Strategy 2020-2025 set the stage for action, including the Women on Boards Directive in 2022, mandating 40% women in non-executive board positions at listed companies by 2026. While women’s presence on boards is rising, their numbers as CEOs or board chairs remain stubbornly low—especially in male-dominated sectors like STEM and manufacturing. This Euractiv event, supported by ACEA, will explore what can be done to close the gender gap and promote female leadership in the industry sector. 🗓 When: 28 November, 17:30–18:45 CET 📍 Where: #FutureDriven Experience Pop-up, Place du Luxembourg 26 Register now: https://lnkd.in/eteRWQA3

Today is an exciting day as Equileap launches two unique initiatives! 1. Our inaugural 2024 Gender Equality Report & Ranking for Emerging Markets and 2. A first-of-its kind index in collaboration with Solactive AG. The Solactive Equileap Emerging Markets Gender Equality Index applies a best-in-class approach across sectors to foster a more balanced and equitable investment landscape while selecting the best companies based on gender equality. Key facts: ·      social impact (S in ESG with focus on gender equality and ESG screen) ·      emerging markets exposure ·      very strong historical outperformance   More on the index: https://lnkd.in/e83PXZQm More on the report: https://lnkd.in/exZ2gCWg #GERR2024 #emergingmarkets #dataforequality #genderequality #responsibleinvestment #ESG #DEI

Interesting development-the greatest challenge amongst investors looking to better understand their investments is data and transparency. Emerging markets tend to pose increased challenges in gathering the necessary information to make informed decisions.   I am really pleased to see developments like these which not only enable transparency but more importantly raise the visibility of DEI and prove the associated outperformance.   Congrats to the teams on this collaboration   #Diversity #Sustainability #ESG #Investments #Tracker #Index #Diversity #Sustainability #ESG #Investments #Tracker #Index Lucy Brown Lucye Provera Lea Lønsted Sarika Goel

I cringe slightly when International Women’s Day rolls around each year. Don’t get me wrong, I am so inspired by the outpouring of praise and admiration for women everywhere on March 8th, BUT it is hard to imagine, in this day-and-age that it is still needed to highlight the gaps that persist in gender equality . At the current pace of change we are predicted to reach gender parity in …. brace yourselves….131 years. It goes without saying that we have some work to do in order to move the dial faster. Thank you to all the senior female leaders within our global network who took part in our latest insights Report “Changing the Talent Tide”. Highlighting the current state of play across our three core markets - Commodity, Industrial and Consumer – the report shares key changes that need to be implemented to attract and retain talented women into senior, executive and board-level roles. Click here to read the full report https://lnkd.in/dvyYeMAZ Proco Group #iwd2024 #supplychain #consumer #industrials #commodities

When it comes to gender equality, transformation can seem a pipe dream, with the World Economic Forum warning the overall gender gap will take 131 years to close at the current rate of progress. Gendered social norms are still deeply ingrained and perpetuate harmful behaviours and barriers to women and girls realising their full potential, says Brianna Losoya-Evora, Head of Impact Measurement and Management at Sweef Capital. On the ground the picture is more nuanced, with pioneering firms like Amplifica Capital identifying new investment opportunities in technology-based companies across Spanish-speaking Latin America that are founded by women or offer goods or services that improve women’s lives. Founder Anna Raptis says Amplifica’s mission is to show women as creators of value, of wealth, rather than as beneficiaries. Read more in this article about how to achieve gender equality beyond the workplace, part of the Sweef Capital Gender ROIᵀᴹ Insight Series.  #GenderEquality #SocialChange #Leadership #ImpactInvesting Jorge Acosta Carlos Aguiar Gustavo Arnaiz Tatiana Assali Paulo Andre Bernardo Ettore V. Biagioni Antonio Bonchristiano Lucas Bortolanza Alberto Camoes Dr. Felix Cardenas Erik Carlberg Elsen Carvalho Pedro Cerize Alex Chan Ignacio Cosentino Michael Dean Charles DESCURE Isaque. Emily S. Ewell Hernan Fernandez Lamadrid Antonio Emilio Freire Paulo Funchal Mariana Jimenez Segura Natalie Kyriacou OAM Robert Linton Ilana Milkes Michael Murphy Tina Nguyen Sofia Perez Gasque Muslera Tatiana Pimenta Bruna Quintanilha Piero Rosatelli Angélica Rotondaro, PhD, Isaac Rosenblum Marcus Slöör Horace Tse Jeremy Thorpe Pablo Verra