Nurturing diverse and inclusive leadership in Singapore
Dell Technologies Singapore has launched MentorConnect to help develop the next generation of female business leaders in Singapore.
How flexible work strategies can benefit both employer and employees
As working parents juggle work and parental obligations, more working parents in the UK want the option to work flexibly.
Australia proposes improved parental leave framework for working families
Australia plans to enhance the parental leave framework to promote gender equality and provide flexibility for families.
Reimagining HR strategies to create new paradigms of people and work
Speakers at the Reimagine Theatre during HR Tech Festival Asia 2023 will highlight the challenges and opportunities posed by the evolving world of work.
Working women in India face hurdles in seeking marriage
Women in India who seek careers, particularly those in male-dominated professions, face more discrimination when looking for a marriage partner.
Why being adaptable in the workplace can benefit women
Women who display adaptive team member behaviour are recognised more than men, a University of Western Australia study has found.
Building a diversified and inclusive workforce in Australia
Hiring persons with disabilities can positively impact workplace culture and bring financial benefits to organisations, says a government body in Australia.
Taiwan encourages more women to consider part-time employment
Taiwan’s female labour force participation trails behind countries like Japan and South Korea, partly due to negative public perception of part-time jobs.
Equality bill receives support in the Philippines
Government agencies have endorsed the Sogie equality bill, which includes provisions to protect against gender-based workplace discrimination.
Why gender equity in tech matters more than ever
Kawal Preet, President, Asia Pacific, Middle East, and Africa region, FedEx Express, calls for gender equity and equal opportunities for all in the workplace.
How organisations can build a culture of equity
Prioritising female employees’ health and safety can help organisations create an open and supportive work culture.
Hybrid work empowering women in the workforce
The option of hybrid work has given women the flexibility to make key decisions to advance their careers, while achieving better work-life balance.
#IWD2023: Embracing equity and equality as cultural cornerstones
Patsy Ng, Vice President for Human Resources – Asia-Pacific at Hilton, discusses her strategies on cultivating a culture of equity.
#IWD2023: Achieve gender equity by acknowledging the roles women play
Koh Yan Ping, CEO of Singapore Council of Women’s Organisations (SCWO), outlines strategies to promote gender equity in Singapore.
Gender imbalance fuels skills shortages in Australia’s workforce
Australia has set targets to increase women’s participation in male-dominated industries to address skills shortages.
#IWD2023: Technology holds the key to achieving gender equity
Aisha Islam, Senior Vice President and Head of Customer Solutions Centre, Mastercard, shares insights on empowering women in the workplace.
#IWD2023: Ensuring equity and respect for all employees
Shylaja Bhat, Director HR Business Partner – Platform Foundation, HERE Technologies, discusses her strategies in prioritising equity and respect.
#IWD2023: Uncovering bias the first step for inclusive workplaces
Alyssa Wang, HR Director, Asia-Pacific, ADM, elaborates on DE&I through equitable hiring and empowering women to lead.
#IWD2023: Inclusion should be a mindset for everyone
Evelyn Tay, VP of Comms, Sustainability and Public Affairs, foodpanda, highlights her focus on promoting employee wellbeing and sustainability initiatives.
#IWD2023: Creating a gender-inclusive workplace
Lee Minjoo, Head of Marketing, Deliveroo Singapore, shares strategies for creating a culture of ownership and inclusivity.
#IWD2023: Empower all individuals to embrace equity
Gillian Tan, COO of Jebsen & Jessen Packaging, shares how her organisation is cultivating diversity and providing equitable pathways for women.
NSW moves to empower more women in the workforce
The Australian state has introduced a new programme aimed at providing more opportunities for women to thrive in the workplace.
People Experience at the heart of the Sony employee journey
One of the best ways to retain talent is to align DE&I with employee experience, says Sony Music Entertainment’s Wendy Weehuizen.
Next-generational mobility for the multi-generational workplace
Rachele Focardi, Founder of XYZ@Work, shares how organisations can build the workforce of the future through Next Generation Mobility.
Adhere to 45-hour workweek, employers in Malaysia told
Urging compliance, Malaysia’s HR Minister has also called for better salaries to keep high-skilled employees in the country.
Gender inequality still plagues Australian workplaces
Despite being as qualified as their male counterparts, some female employees in Australia continue to be denied equal opportunities by their employers.
Why organisations must build resilience for uncertain times
Ceridian’s Rob Squires explains why organisations need a culture of change-readiness that is flexible enough to handle a variety of disruptions.
Coles appoints first female CEO in 109-year history
Leah Weckert becomes Coles’ first female CEO, focusing on enhancing customer experience and creating value for shareholders.
More support needed to keep women in Indonesia’s workforce
Many women in Indonesia, especially those with small children, are leaving the workforce due to childcare costs and societal expectations.
Opportunities to learn encourage employees to delay retirement
By creating age-inclusive work environments that supports training, organisations can retain more retirement-age employees.