Office for Equality and Opportunity

Non-governmental organisations (NGOs) are essential to advancing women’s rights, both in the UK and around the world. Government spokesperson for Equalities, Lord Collins of Highbury, joined a recent briefing with our #CSW69 delegates to share global insights and learn about women’s experiences at the grassroots level.

When women get together, they create real change. This week, Minister for Equalities @SeemaMalhotra1 witnessed the power of women at #CSW69, where she underlined how women and girls are central to the Government’s five missions 🇬🇧 🇺🇳 With: Seema Malhotra FRSA | UK Mission to the United Nations | UK Home Office | Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office

As part of #CSW69, we held a panel discussion with Women’s Business Council Chair Mary Macleod, Australia's Sex Discrimination Commissioner Anna Cody, General Secretary of UNISON Christina McAnea, Gillian Unsworth and Special Envoy Harriet Harmon, to speak about why women’s equality in the workplace and inclusive growth matters. Key themes discussed at the event include: ▪️ Increasing awareness among policymakers, business leaders, and other stakeholders of the importance of advancing women’s equality in the workplace ▪️ Highlighting successful initiatives and collaborations between government and business to support women at work ▪️ The need to encourage and inspire collaboration between governments, business, civil society organisations and other key stakeholders to develop and implement effective policies and programmes

Yesterday at #CSW69, the UK's Equalities Minister Seema Malhotra FRSA and SA's Minister Sindisiwe Chikunga met to discuss their shared commitment to the rights of all women, including addressing GBV and supporting #SRHR. We're committed to working together to #AccelerateAction towards SDG5. #UKwithSA

On day 2 of #CSW69, Minister for Equalities Seema Malhotra FRSA spoke with her country counterparts from 🇬🇮 🇸🇪 🇿🇦 🇵🇭 advancing rights and breaking down barriers to opportunity for women within the UK and beyond.

Day 1 highlights from #CSW69… 🫱🏻🫲🏾 Bilat meetings with official delegations 🇬🇧 Delivering the UK’s remarks in support of Ukraine 🇺🇦 🌐 Meeting with Special Envoy, Harriet Harmon 🗣️ Meeting with members of the CSW Youth Delegation With: Seema Malhotra FRSA

“I am determined to make sure every young woman, no matter her income, class, or background, has the best start in life and opportunity to succeed.” Minister for Women and Equalities, Bridget Phillipson, for #IWD25. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/eAFT2k5a

We’re at the United Nations #CSW69 with Minister for Equalities, Seema Malhotra FRSA, supporting the advancement of women’s rights worldwide 🇺🇳 Watch this space for daily highlights from New York. With: UK Mission to the United Nations

For International Women’s Day, the Government is #AcceleratingAction to change women’s lives through our Plan for Change.    This means providing greater opportunities in the workplace, ensuring our streets are safe and that we have better public services that work for women and their families. By focusing on these outcomes, we will put more money in working women’s pockets, improve their living standards and grow the economy.    We wish women across the UK 🇬🇧 and around the world 🌎 a happy #IWD25. With: Seema Malhotra FRSA | Rt Hon Rachel Reeves | Fleur Anderson | Alexandra Davies-Jones | Keir Starmer | Department for Education | HM Treasury | UK Home Office | Wales Office/Swyddfa Cymru | Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government | Ministry of Justice UK | Northern Ireland Office | Department for Culture, Media and Sport | Department for Science, Innovation and Technology | Scotland Office | Department for Business and Trade | Cabinet Office | Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs | Department for Transport (DfT), United Kingdom | Department of Health and Social Care | Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) | Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office

Bridget Phillipson, Secretary of State for Education, and Minister for Women & Equalities, joined us for our #InternationalWomensDay celebrations – after recognising JLR as an employer in the UK that is leading the way in championing gender equality.    We had the opportunity to share more about our progressive and industry-leading policies and initiatives that are helping women to thrive in the workplace. These include our 52-week maternity leave package with full pay, our comprehensive menopause policy, and our new luxury workwear, where options on offer include a hijab and temperature-regulating clothing.    The Secretary of State also met with some of our female colleagues across the business taking part in a speed networking event at our Gaydon HQ.      Over the past few years, we’ve made huge progress in our efforts to drive gender equality at JLR. This #IWD25, we reflect on how far we’ve come yet recognise our commitment to continue to strive to be a place where everyone feels respected, valued and cared for.    #JLR #Reimagine #IWD #Diversity #Equity #Inclusion #AcceleratingAction Office for Equality and Opportunity