What’s the secret to a more innovative workforce? New research points to LGBTQ+ inclusion

LGBTQ+ inclusivity is emerging as a competitive edge, with research linking progressive policies to stronger innovation and employee engagement.
Global gender gap narrows, but Asia faces persistent challenges in achieving parity

Although women comprise over 40% of the global workforce, their climb to leadership remains slow.
“Architects of people and culture”: Inside Shiseido’s award-winning HR strategy

Under Roselin Lee’s leadership, Shiseido Asia Pacific is redefining HR with a purpose-driven, inclusive culture that empowers people.
The future of tech: Where business success meets social responsibility

In tech’s race for innovation, NTT Data’s John Lombard proves purpose, inclusion, and empathy are the fundamental drivers of lasting transformation.
The silent exodus? Is menopause costing APAC firms top female talent?

A silent challenge is driving top talent away—menopause. HeyVenus’ Christina Ang says it’s time organisations lead with empathy and strategy.
Japanese banks reshape job structures for gender equality

Japan’s top financial organisations are eliminating gendered job tracks in a major push to close workplace inequality and pay gaps.
Reproductive health leave could save Australian economy billions, report finds

Providing 12 days of reproductive health leave could save Australia A$21.3 billion annually and improve equity for women at work.
Quantifying the unseen: Menopause and its impact in the APAC workplace

Ignoring menopause in the workplace risks losing experienced female leaders, disrupting knowledge transfer, and weakening innovation—jeopardising long-term organisational resilience.
Beyond soft skills: Why human connection is the future of work

From redefining communication as a power skill to championing courageous conversations, Dr Damini Chawla unveils strategies for human-centric workplaces.
Australians back gender equality, but perception gaps persist in the workplace

Australians overwhelmingly support gender equality, but widespread misconceptions about workplace fairness risk slowing progress, new research reveals.
HR Tech Asia 2025: Transforming C-Suite leadership for tomorrow’s workforce

Elevate leadership at HR Tech Asia 2025, where the C-Suite Leadership track focuses on aligning strategy, collaboration, and impact.
DE&I in Asia-Pacific: Will US policy rollbacks reshape workplaces?

As DE&I policies face setbacks in the US, organisations in Asia-Pacific must decide whether to follow suit or strengthen inclusivity efforts.
Women in tech could unlock billions for firms in Australia

With women making up just 30% of Australia’s tech workforce, reskilling could bridge the gap, boost salaries, and drive economic growth.
Bridging the retirement readiness gap – A strategic HR opportunity

As Asia’s ageing workforce grows, organisations must rethink retirement strategies to retain expertise, ease transitions, and safeguard institutional knowledge.
Championing women’s equality, inclusion, and empowerment in tech

Despite driving innovation, the tech industry lags in gender equality. With women underrepresented, decisive action is needed to foster inclusion.
Middle management crucial to empowering women’s health at work

Women in the workforce face unique challenges, from stress to fertility concerns—yet these issues remain underdiscussed in workplaces.
IWD 2025: Empowering women’s economic independence through digital finance

Mastercard’s Aisha Islam highlights IWD 2025’s focus on gender equality, stressing the vital role of digital tools for women’s business growth.
Singapore’s AI boom faces a gender gap

Despite a surge in women’s GenAI enrolments, they remain underrepresented, highlighting the need for targeted interventions to bridge the gender gap.
IWD 2025: A vision for women in semiconductors

Global TechSolutions’ Brenda Lee shares how the semiconductor industry can move beyond intent to action, creating real opportunities for women in technical and leadership roles.
IWD 2025: Building pathways for women’s career comeback

Women re-entering the workforce face unique challenges, but Temus’ Melissa Kee highlights how organisations can help them overcome these barriers.
IWD 2025: Building equitable workplaces from the ground up

Trust Bank’s Jocelyne Loh shares how the fintech pioneer accelerates workplace equity by fostering inclusivity, gender balance, and leadership diversity.
IWD 2025: Driving change for women at work

In celebration of International Women’s Day, AIA Singapore’s CHRO Aileen Tan reflects on the role of organisations in accelerating gender equality and empowering women in leadership.
Why workplace connection matters more than ever in the age of AI

A global empathy deficit erodes workplace connections, but a shift to empathy-driven leadership and positive psychology could reverse this trend.
The steward leader: How HR can drive purpose and profit in 2025 and beyond

As work undergoes rapid transformation, HR leaders must rethink leadership. Enter Steward Leadership—a model bridging purpose, profit, and sustainability.
CHRO Vietnam: Equipping HR leaders for a transforming economy

Join CHRO Vietnam 2025 to explore innovative HR strategies, AI-driven solutions, and talent development techniques to shape Vietnam’s future workforce.
Breaking the silence: Why migraines must be part of workplace inclusion strategies

Workplace inclusion must evolve to support invisible conditions like migraines, as AbbVie’s Peggy Wu underscores their widespread impact on employees.
Amazon and Accenture scale back DE&I efforts amid shifting corporate landscape

Amazon and Accenture are shifting DE&I strategies, integrating efforts into core business functions while scaling back standalone initiatives.
Singapore workplace bias declines, but gaps remain

Racial discrimination in Singapore workplaces has declined, but minority groups still report higher bias than their Chinese counterparts.
What HR can do in 2025 to fix ‘broken’ corporate DE&I strategies

Albemarle CHRO Melissa Andeson calls DE&I one of the “most controversial areas of the HR profession today.” She still sees opportunities for improving it under the new president.
Vietnam HR: Driving change, fostering engagement, and building a competitive edge

RMIT University Vietnam’s Elaine Chew shares insights on how HR in Vietnam is adapting to a dynamic workforce, navigating digital disruption, and embracing a more egalitarian workplace.