D&I Friday Read No. 488

Today we talk about companies celebrating Lunar New Year, the gendered concept of ambition, a new Google Pixel advert, and an intergenerational care village in England.

Women in Leadership
This insightful article discusses the gendered concept of “ambition” and highlights the need for companies to adopt a new model that considers women’s perspectives and needs.

Inclusive Workplaces
Lunar New Year is an important festival celebrated in many Asian countries and communities around the world. This article shares how employers can create a more inclusive environment for their employees who celebrate Lunar New Year.

Inclusion & Tech
Google Pixel’s new ad “Javier in Frame” demonstrates how the AI-powered Guided Frame feature makes it simpler for visually impaired individuals to capture and share their lives. Watch it here.

Generation
I love this story about Belong Chester, an intergenerational care village located in Chester, England. The children’s daycare is part of the retirement community, bringing young children and older people together. Read more here.

D&I Friday Read No. 487

Today we talk about men outperforming women in map reading, Elmo checking in on people, a TED Talk about masculinity, and a 99-year-old who just broke three world records.

Gender
According to recent research, men are slightly better at reading maps than women. However, the study suggests that this difference is due to the influence of upbringing rather than genetics. Read more here.

Well-being
Earlier this week, Sesame Street’s Elmo asked people online how they were doing – and the post went viral, highlighting the importance of checking in with friends and family. Read more here.

Masculinity
Gary Barker’s TED Talk discusses masculinity, gender equality, and the importance of fostering a culture of care for young boys. Worth watching!

Generation
In January, 99-year-old Canadian swimmer Betty Brussel broke three swimming world records in her age category. Inspiring video!

D&I Friday Read No. 486

Today we talk about the growth of wheelchair tennis, a new report about social disconnect, how calibration meetings can introduce bias into performance reviews, and a new survey about the health and well-being of women and girls worldwide.

Bias
This insightful HBR article discusses how, according to recent research, calibration meetings used for performance evaluation can introduce bias to the process.

Well-being
According to the newly released data in The Citizen Connections Report 2023, loneliness is more fatal than smoking. Thought-provoking report about social disconnect, worth reading!

Representation
Interesting article about the popularity of wheelchair tennis, and how combining it with the non-disabled game has helped in its continued growth.

Women’s Health
The Hologic Global Women’s Health Index is a multiyear, comprehensive global survey providing insights about the health and well-being of women and girls worldwide. Worth reading!

D&I Friday Read No. 485

Today we talk about a WEF session on gender parity, disability-inclusive travel destinations, a podcast about the Montgomery bus boycott, and an advert tackling the generation gap.

Gender Parity
A noteworthy panel discussion from this year’s World Economic Forum (WEF) meeting focused on gender parity. The closure of gender gaps in the economy has the potential to unlock a “gender dividend” worth $172 trillion for the global economy.

Disability
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), one in six individuals worldwide lives with a significant disability. While travelling with a disability remains challenging, more and more destinations are now realizing the opportunities of becoming disability-inclusive. Read more here.

Racial Equality
Rosa Parks’ role in the Montgomery bus boycott during the 1950s civil rights movement is well-known. This podcast shares the little-known story of the other women who organized and sustained the boycott for 13 months.

Generation
The Australian Lamb advertisement titled “The Generation Gap” went viral this week, highlighting the differences between generations in a humorous way. Watch it here.

D&I Friday Read No. 484

Today we talk about a new D&I report from the WEF, how employers can support employees in menopause, a parliamentarian with Down syndrome making history, and a 92-year-old great-grandmother going to primary school.

Diversity
The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Lighthouses 2024 Report was recently released by the World Economic Forum. The report shows success factors that were common among impactful D&I initiatives, and contains several case studies – worth reading! 

Women in the Workforce
Insightful article showing why it is crucial for employers to support employees in menopause. It also outlines practical steps that employers can take to offer meaningful support.

Representation
Mar Galcerán, a parliamentarian in Spain, recently made history by becoming the country’s first parliamentarian with Down syndrome. Read more here.

Women Empowerment
Great story from India – Salima Khan is a 92-year-old great-grandmother who has been attending school for the past two years. Her efforts to learn how to read and write have motivated others to do the same.