Change born from adversity: Women’s Equality Day in the tech sector
Women from a variety of technology backgrounds share their thoughts on how far this industry has come, and what it has yet to achieve.
Gender equality
Gender inequalities have a negative impact on employment, public decision making and many other aspects of life.
It is time to empower women and start moving towards a level playing field.
COVID-19: recovery plans must target women in SE Asia
The health, economic and political impact of COVID-19 has been significant across Southeast Asia, and recovery plans must target women and the most vulnerable
Urgent actions to bring transformative change to women’s empowerment
A multi-stakeholder hearing to bolster priorities will address the challenges that threaten the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action, 25 years after its adoption
Glass partitions: achieving women’s workplace potential needs a rethink of corporate governance
Aubrey Blanche, Head of Equitable Design and Impact at HR software company Culture Amp, explains how gender equality can be transformed from an aspiration into a fact.
No sustainable development or peace without women: UN deputy chief
Women are still underrepresented, affected by violence and deprived of equal opportunities worldwide, but sustainable development is not possible without gender equality.
Demolishing stereotypes: the best opportunities for tradeswomen in the UK
In light of International Women’s Day, Dickies Workwear encourage women to broaden their horizons and pursue a career in trade, despite gender stereotypes.
World remains a ‘violent, highly discriminatory place’ for girls
Violence against women is still shockingly widespread today: women and girls experience trafficking, rape, child marriage and limited access to education.
A UN-backed boost for women-run businesses in the developing world
A microfinance institution created by the UN is helping women in developing countries to have a successful work and home life, despite the many challenges they face.
Commemorating Katherine Johnson: NASA mathematician and much-needed role model
Following the recent death of Katherine Johnson, we reflect on her amazing legacy in spite of the societal restrictions during her lifetime.
How to close the Gender Pay Gap: Stop salary disclosure
A key solution for tackling the gender pay gap is to put an end to salary disclosure, says Anita Teats (CEO of The Finance People).