Fewer women will rejoin workforce than men amid COVID-19 recovery
In 2021, there will be 13 million fewer employed women as compared to 2019, said the International Labour Organisation.
South Korea trails APAC neighbours in female employment rate
South Korea ranks 30th place out of 36 OECD countries, and falls behind Japan, New Zealand, and Australia.
HR redefined: What does next generation HR look like?
HR Tech Festival Asia Online 2021 will take a deep dive into leadership and other key HR functions that will shape the future of work
Singapore reviews measures for workplace discrimination
The Ministry of Manpower (MOM), together with unions and employer groups, will review the Tripartite Guidelines on Fair Employment Practices
Incorporating D&I into recognition to drive workplace success
A new report from the Achievers Workforce Institute highlights the importance of integrating D&I initiatives with employee recognition programmes.
How to create a sense of belonging at the workplace
A new report from the Achievers Workforce Institute details how organisations can improve employee engagement by creating a sense of belonging.
Cash benefits given to Singaporean parents ineligible for parental leave
The new measures will allow parents to qualify for paternity, maternity and adoption benefits of up to S$30,000, depending on their income.
People at Work 2021: Will Gen Z workers break the 9-to-6 workday?
This month’s People at Work 2021 focus is on Gen Z employees starting careers during one of the most disruptive events to hit in the modern workplace.
Australia’s NSW new parental leave policy takes effect
Beginning July 1, public sector workers will have access to 14 weeks of paid parental leave in the state of New South Wales.
The future of work is now: Prudential Singapore
With forward-looking initiatives that are focused on flexibility and adaptability, the life insurer is forging the way in building a future-ready workforce.
Driving change in leadership, culture and employee experience
Taking place from September 21-23, HR Tech Festival Asia Online 2021 will help define HR’s roadmap for 2022.
India seeks to reduce gender gap in the workplace
India has fallen 28 places to rank 140th among 156 countries in gender gap parity, according to a World Economic Forum report.
Eight factors to consider when creating a new hybrid plan
Josh Bersin highlights the key considerations that will help create an effective, safe and productive approach to hybrid work.
Sacked New Zealand border staff mounts legal challenge to dismissal
A border worker who was dismissed for refusing to get the COVID-19 jab has brought her case to the Employment Relations Authority (ERA).
Japan’s older workers are motivated to work longer
40.2% of Japanese people aged 60 and above want to work or continue in their jobs, a government survey has found.
Online market can boost job creation for women in the Philippines
Online work can provide women with more employment opportunities, though it comes with its own limitations and challenges, says DOLE official.
Japan approves flexible paternity leave
Fathers will be able to take a total of four weeks off within eight weeks of their child’s birth, and can choose to split the period into two breaks.
Reimagining the employee experience with Microsoft Viva
With employee wellbeing a key priority for many organisations today, Microsoft Viva provides a new platform to elevate each employee’s experience.
Decoding the priorities that will shape the future of work
Day 2 of HR Tech Fest Connect 2021 examined key workforce issues such as skills building, remote work management, leadership and employee wellbeing.
HR Tech Fest Connect 2021: What’s happening on Day 2
HR Tech Fest Connect 2021 continues with an in-depth look the key priorities and issues facing HR leaders in 2021.
Key predictions that will define the future of work
Day 1 of HR Tech Fest Connect 2021 featured insightful discussions on topics such as employee engagement and strategic workforce planning.
Technocracy: Leaving no employee behind
Diana Spalding, Head of Apps, Oracle Singapore, explains why organisations need to look beyond old ways of working and create a workplace technocracy.
New Zealand launches national framework to assess workplace DEI
The launch of the national framework to measure workplace diversity, equity and inclusion will help organisations make changes to improve.
Prolonged pandemic worsens gender gap in Japan
A Cabinet Office panel has concluded that a prolonged pandemic is likely to cause the gender gap to widen, and urged the government to act.
Philippine senator seeks to get seniors to be digital-ready for WFH
Senator Grace Poe has urged for educational programmes to help seniors work from home (WFH) instead of leaving their homes during the pandemic.
Taiwan passes amendment to foreign talent recruitment bill
The Legislative Yuan has approved an amendment to an act that will lower requirements for foreign white-collar professionals seeking work in Taiwan.
Unleashing the power of generational diversity: Time for HR to take the lead!
Rachele Focardi explains why improving generational diversity is now key for workplace success.
Forging new pathways for women’s careers
Women, allies and organisations must come together to drive meaningful change for women in the workplace, Skillsoft has advocated in a report.
Changes in Australia’s federal budget to benefit part-timers and women
Treasurer Josh Frydenberg has scrapped the A$450 (US$354) a month threshold to pay mandatory super in the 2021 federal budget.
Identifying the key trends and priorities defining HR and work tech
HR Tech Fest Connect 2021 will provide key insights that will allow organisations to plan for a successful workplace transformation.