Public Shaming Helps Put More Women on Singapore Boards

The video discusses the efforts of Singapore's Diversity Action Committee in promoting gender diversity on corporate boards through a strategy of naming and shaming. This approach has led to a reduction in all-male boards, although Singapore still lags behind countries like the UK and Australia. The video highlights successful companies and addresses cultural challenges in Asia that impact gender diversity. Despite progress, many companies still lack female directors, and societal pressures continue to affect women's career choices.

What strategy has the Diversity Action Committee in Singapore used to promote gender diversity on corporate boards?

• Financial incentives

• Naming and shaming

• Public protests

• Government mandates

Which countries are ahead of Singapore in terms of women on corporate boards?

• Brazil and Mexico

• China and South Korea

• United Kingdom and Australia

• United States and Canada

Which companies have been recognized for adding female directors to their boards?

• CapitaLand and Keppel Corporation

• Mapletree Commercial Trust and SingPost

• DBS Bank and OCBC Bank

• Jentink Singapore and Tech for Venture

What is a significant cultural factor contributing to gender discrimination in Asia?

• Political unrest

• Lack of education

• Traditional societal roles

• Economic instability

What does the report by INSEAD and Deutsche Bank suggest about gender roles in Asia?

• They are mostly unconscious

• They are rapidly changing

• They are legally enforced

• They are irrelevant to corporate success