The Challenges in Boosting Gender Equality in Financial Industry

The video discusses the progress made in gender representation on boards, highlighting the increase from 8.5% to 28.5% over a decade. It identifies challenges in translating this progress to senior executive roles, citing structural barriers and bias. The discussion extends to global gender equality, comparing Australia's progress with Asian countries. The need for diversity beyond board representation is emphasized, advocating for cognitive diversity in leadership roles. Mentoring programs and awareness initiatives are highlighted as key strategies to address structural barriers.

In what ways can organizations ensure true diversity in leadership positions?

What role do mentoring programs play in supporting women in finance?