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Super interesting study into schools and Gender inequity in Australia....timely with the awful atrocities over the weekend which are being linked to misogyny... We need to focus more on the root cause of the attitudes and behaviours of young people - and these findings no doubt will not be specific to Australia . The variation between state and private schools is definitely insightful and the depth of research into why makes some great suggestions on how to make schools more inclusive (and learnings we can take into the workplace too) Thank you Mark Morris for initiating and sharing this work.

I was having a conversation with a friend recently and something she said really stuck with me 'We are the guinea pig generation' The generation that were sold a fantasy of 'having it all' Only the reality is that trying to DO it all is having a impact on our mental (and therefore physical) health Whether it is - childcare - eldercare - managing our own health - the relentless life admin - work/business The mental load of life and work is intense Of course burn out impacts everyone - but there does appear to be higher rates of burn out in women Lean in's 2023 Women in the Workplace report found 43% of women were burnt out v 31% of men at the same level My own poll👇🏾of over 200 women taken at IWD found that the mental load is the TOP challenge that women are facing as a barrier in the workplace The TOP Despite this I don't see it featured prominently in plans to support women in the workplace Instead there are calls to come back to the office, 'always on' cultures, rewarding people for long hours ... the list goes on Where does mental health and load fit into these workplace strategies? Hoping that by talking about it more, sharing the data, the stories and the realities then the more able we will be to drive change - top down, bottom up and everywhere in between. Because what is the point of everything if we just work ourself to the ground? 😐 On that note I am getting ready to set my out of office later today which will say: ❗️'I am switching off my work brain and activating my parent brain for the Easter weekend'❗️ Wishing everyone a great easter weekend ❤️

Conversations about Race and Racism can be uncomfortable - but being 'non racist' isn't enough - especially for those who call themselves Allies. The treatment of Diane Abbott has raised so many questions about the acceptance of racist language in society - and the lack of active allyship within government. It is not okay. And no having a brown PM as the leader does not mean there is an anti-racist culture. Far from it. It is all our collective individual actions - this is what we can control - and we need to all make an intentional effort to become anti racist. Sharing this model which illustrates the journey and some tangible examples. Model Source: Andrew M. Ibrahim MD, MSc. In the words of Maya Angelou, 'when we know better, we must do better' ❤️

''You tick two boxes - it is going to be much harder for you'' (Advice given to me by a senior leader at the very start of my career... !) This is the story I shared at Pepsico last week where I was invited in for International Women's Day to share my experiences and learnings. Their theme for IWD this year was Intersectionality, which is so crucial for us to talk about when we talk about women's experiences. Along with my own personal story I covered: 🟧 The multitude of micro aggressions that women face that don't feel so 'micro' (and how intersectionality can magnify them) 🟪 Biases in processes and systems that are thought to be a meritocracy 🟨 How gender equality benefits both women and men I especially enjoyed the Q&A segment with Alastair Gore where he shared his own experiences of being a dad and how he attempts to support his wife with the mental load. A massive thank you to Courtney Leask and Rebecca King for creating such a warm and friendly environment, and a massive well done for organising a week of activities on the 'side' of busy day jobs - it was amazing to hear about all the change you are driving. This was one of 4 events I spoke at for IWD and not one felt performative, or just for 'the day' which left me with a sense of optimism. A big shout out to all the organisers & network chairs who work tirelessly on these initiatives 👏🏽👏🏽 Here's to keeping the conversations and actions going 💜❤️

There needs to be consquences and we can all do our part to try and make that happen thank you Marsha Ramroop FRSA FIEDP for this actionable post .

I am excited to have the opportunity to join the UN Women UK CSW68 as a delegate again this year. The Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) is the principal global intergovernmental body exclusively dedicated to the promotion of gender equality and the empowerment of women. The CSW is instrumental in promoting women’s rights, documenting the reality of women’s lives throughout the world, and shaping global standards on gender equality and the empowerment of women. With International Women's day feeling very different this year, with so many women suffering across the globe, it is great to be part of a community of amazing change makers all working towards a collective vision. Kicks off today! ❤️ #GenderEquality #CSW68 #UNWomenUK

Maybe an uncomfortable read but how can we talk about International women's day without talking about the women and girls in Gaza? We know women and girls are impacted most by conflict The stats and the stories have been harrowing: - Women using pieces of tent because they don't have access to sanitary pads - The miscarriage rate in Gaza increasing by over 300% - Women having C-sections without pain relief; and many women being unable to deliver their still born babies due to lack of medical support It is a hard read (it was a hard write as well!) but we can't turn a blind eye to their human rights and then claim to be an advocate for women's rights It's also disheartening that many workplaces are not taking action to support their employees - despite an alarming increase in Islamophobia and Antisemitism - yet we talk about Allyship IWD has increasingly become tokenistic for some companies There is an opportunity to make a real difference and honour the true sentiment of IWD Suggestions: - In your plans for IWD include aid to charities supporting women impacted by conflicts - As well as talks and workshops for IWD run sessions on Anti-Semitism and Islamophobia, demonstrating your commitment to DEI more widely - Use the company's and senior leaders' power and influence to ask world leaders for an immediate ceasefire It isn't controversial to stand for humanity by supporting an end to the catastrophe in Gaza and call for the release of all hostages This isn't about politics ...humanity is the very essence of DEI or at least it should be ❤️