International Women's Day in 60 Seconds

The video discusses the gender gap in the finance industry, highlighting that women make up only 15-20% of the workforce, with less than 10% of fund managers in the US being women. It explores reasons for this disparity, including a lack of women in academic fields that lead to finance careers. The video also shares a personal story of a woman who benefited from mentorship in her career. Additionally, it highlights Iceland's initiative to enforce equal pay regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexuality, or nationality, marking a significant step towards gender equality in the workplace.

What percentage of the finance workforce is represented by women, according to the discussion?

• 35-40%

• 25-30%

• 15-20%

• 5-10%

Which country has less than 10% of its fund managers as women?

• Singapore

• United States

• Portugal

• France

What is one reason mentioned for the low number of women fund managers in the US?

• High competition

• Cultural barriers

• Pool problem in academia

• Lack of interest

Which country is the first to require employers to prove they offer equal pay regardless of gender?

• Iceland

• United States

• France

• Portugal

What significant announcement did Iceland make on International Women's Day?

• Gender-based hiring quotas

• New women's leadership program

• Mandatory equal pay certification

• Increase in women's workforce participation