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If you're a WISE member and you haven't yet completed your diagnostic or registered for our Measuring Progress Event, you haven't got long left! ⏰ This is one of the best events in the WISE calendar - a real opportunity to benchmark yourselves against others in the sector, but also against yourselves. Having this data to understand your starting point and measure your progress is essential for your #diversity and #inclusion journey. 🌟 On the day, we will come together to discuss the biggest challenges our organisations are facing in #EDI and to problem-solve together to find solutions. 🌟 You will leave this event with tangible actions that you can take-away and embed in your organisation, resulting in a more inclusive culture for all. If you'd like to come along, register now below or drop me a message for more information. ✉ #diversityandinclusion #benchmarking #bestpractice #genderparity

''The workshop kicked off with a thought-provoking discussion on the challenges women face in achieving gender equity. Participants openly discussed issues like gender-based bias...'' Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eMmkTqDF #MakeTheWorldBetter

#Microfinance institutions are increasingly working to mainstream gender into their operations and developing tailored financial products for youth and women. To achieve this, however, they require a robust Theory of Change against which they can measure the progress and impact of the gender quality objectives and interventions identified during the design of their programs. Read more on the benefits of implementing a Theory of Change framework for gender equity in MFIs: https://bit.ly/3I0z6nd

Recent findings echo the concerns raised by Christine Van Cauwenberghe, Head of Financial Planning at IG Wealth Management about gender inequality in Canada’s wealth management industry. Lesley Marks from Mackenzie Investments also sheds light on the barriers women face. Read more: https://ow.ly/GFEC30sGS7S #GenderEquality #WealthManagement #WomenInFinance

Today is International Women’s Day and as an organisation focused on human rights, this year’s theme - #CountHerIn Invest in Women. Accelerate Progress - is particularly close to our hearts. We welcome the recent launch of the Federal Government’s, ‘Working for Women: A Strategy for Gender Equality’ which outlines how the Australian Government will accelerate positive change for women over the next decade by focusing on five key priority areas: 👫 Gender-based violence 👶 Unpaid and paid care 💵 Economic equality and security 🏥 Health 💼 Leadership, representation and decision-making We encourage women and men alike to come together to challenge the structural, behavioural, social and cultural drivers of inequality. 👉 Visit https://bit.ly/3IquTsX to read and download a copy of the strategy. #IWD2024 #CountHerIn #investinwomen

🌍 Sierra Leone’s Minister of Gender and Children’s Affairs, Dr. Isata Bendu Mahoi, shares powerful insights on empowering women and combating gender inequality at the 68th Commission on the State of Women at the UN. From legal reforms to innovative programs, learn how Sierra Leone is making strides in women's rights. Dive into the full interview to discover the transformative changes happening! #GenderEquality #WomenEmpowerment #SierraLeone https://bit.ly/4bojc2F

Today is International Women’s Day. It’s a day to celebrate women's achievements, raise awareness about discrimination, and take action to drive gender parity. Today, take a moment to think about and honor the women in your life. Learn more about International Women’s Day. #IWD2024 #ExpertsYouCanTrust #InspireInclusion https://lnkd.in/dGX7T8X

A very low percentage of women MPs globally ⬇, although most countries have some sort of legal requirements for representation in parliaments!!!!. But, what about women's representation in leadership positions in governments, where often affirmative legal measures are lacking for women's representation ❓ The answer is a much much lower representation of women ❕ ❕ Representation matters, indeed! And we have a long way ahead to push for equality ✅

For the first time, Women in Global Health will be at the 68th Commission on the Status of Women (CSW). This has come at a crucial yet important time, where the role of women in healthcare provosion does the get the recognistion it deserves. Women comprise 70% of the health workforce gloablly and 90% of patient-facing roles. Yet the challenges are not heard and addressed. It is imperative to address gender inequities in health by introducing gender responsive policies. This year’s priority event focuses on accelerating the achievement of gender equality and the empowerment of all women and girls by addressing poverty and strengthening institutions and financing with a gender perspective. This event will provide concrete recommendations to be implemented at the international and national level by relevant stakeholdres. Pakistan's representation is crucial as we face higher gender inequity in healthcare. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/d2YUVMkF

#InspireInclusion #IWD2024 We are women...inspiring inclusion should not only seek to reduce inequalities among genders but also also address multifaceted inequalities within our female gender. GlobalNet21 London Women Parliamentary Forum