Articles on D&I in the world of accountancy and the workplace can be found here.
The need for greater representation of women in business has been further validated after ECB research found a correlation between higher female representation at managerial level and companies’ success in reducing CO2 emissions.
As leading lights of the sector are named among the UK’s Top 50 Employers for Women, we look at what the profession is doing right on gender equality – and why there’s still more to do.
With improving social mobility and building a diverse workforce being key priorities for ICAEW, two students share their experiences of joining the profession.
Higher levels of ESG reporting in the charity sector will help to support accountability, best practices and access to finance, explain Nick Sladden and Carys Tetlaw of RSM UK.
Role models are crucial in Chartered Accountancy, especially for young Black people, according to student focus group research conducted by ICAEW. Three Black chartered accountants tell their inspirational stories and give their tips for excelling in the profession.
Working consistently to build an inclusive culture is the only way to ensure all employees are treated fairly and are given the chance to do their best work. And, as this series has shown, it also makes for a far more effective, innovative and attractive organisation. This quiz sums up some of the information and advice we’ve collated throughout the series.
Fairness underpins all D&I activity, but it is not simply about providing equal opportunity; senior leaders will benefit from understanding the distinction between equality and equity to create a fair workplace.
Everyone should have an equal chance to seize an opportunity; this requires supporting some people differently to others.
Being fair to all is fundamental to diversity and inclusion. By creating open lines of communication and getting to know team members, line managers can contribute to a culture of fairness at work, as Awaze’s finance team shows.
Workplace mentoring schemes are well established as a tool to support career development. And with International Women’s Day on 8 March, we focus on their role in overcoming gender bias.