Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Promoting Diversity, Equity, Inclusion to Fight Poverty

How to implement effective grievance mechanisms

Monica Romis is Private Sector Human Rights Advisor at Oxfam Business Advisory Service. In this session, Monica speaks about grievance mechanisms, and references good practices that can help companies move in the right direction.
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Interview with Sitsofe Sah, Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG)

As part of a series of interviews with participants of the Ghana Women in Energy conference, Dr. Cherub Antwi-Nsiah and Mrs. Ellen D. Eyison Dzah of Ghana’s Millennium Development Authority (MiDA) recently sat down with her to talk about her work and her experience as a woman working in a male-dominated sector.
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GG2021 – Day 3 Webinar 2

Our webinar explored “Unleashing the Potential of Youth Enterprise” and discussed how supporting young entrepreneurs contributes to rebuilding better, mechanisms for companies to help
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New Learning and Insights Paper: Enhancing the Livelihoods of ‘Hidden Women’ in Global Smallholder Value Chains

Despite their significant contribution, women’s roles in smallholder value chains often go unrecognised, undervalued, and underpaid by society, by the economy, and in political decision-making. Our new learning and insights paper draws from an online discussion co-hosted by Unilever and Oxfam, to provide practical insights and case studies that support transformational change.
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Why Gender Inequality In Your Supply Chains Matters – And What You Can Do About It

Jiselle Steele, Oxfam’s Private Sector Gender Advisor, shares insights from recent Oxfam research revealing the gender discrimination and inequality affecting workers and looks at what lessons can be learned so that you can take action. 
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GG2021 – Day 2 Webinar 1

Our webinar explored “Business and the Care Economy” and discussed the challenges of tackling unpaid domestic and care work, investment opportunities in the care
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Transitioning to net zero whilst economically empowering women in supply chains

The climate crisis is accelerating faster and is more severe than previously anticipated – to avoid the destructive consequences of a world warmed by more than 1.5°C, we must decarbonise the global economy to reach net zero by 2050.
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How to respond to gender inequality issues in global supply chains

Jiselle Steele is Private Sector Gender Advisor at Oxfam Business Advisory Service. In this session, Jiselle explains what has been the impact of COVID-19 on inequality and gender gaps in the private sector, and how companies can identify and respond to gender inequality issues in global supply chains.
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Shabnam Hameed

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4 Pillars for Rebuilding Better

Over half of young people think that humanity is doomed, according to a new climate change survey. Since I was born just over 50 years ago, global surface temperatures have risen faster than in any other 50-year period over the past 2,000 years. Clearly, my generation has a lot to answer for. What is one to do in the face of such dire challenges? For business, the message from employees, customers and their other stakeholders is clear: do something.
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Charlotte Ntim

During our conversation, Charlotte Ntim, Disruptive Technology Officer with IFC’s Gender and Economic Inclusion Group, shares with us how the pandemic has disproportionately impacted on women-owned businesses, and why achieving gender parity on e-commerce platforms could be a $15 billion opportunity.
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Addressing global inequalities through trade and employment with Pins Brown, Natura &Co

What is invisible labour and why should businesses care about it? Meet Pins Brown, Head of Responsible Procurement at Natura &Co – the parent company which includes the brands Avon, Natura Cosmeticos, The Body Shop and Aesop. Pins and her team work to address global inequalities through trade and employment.
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Family Planning is an Essential Healthcare Service and Businesses Must Make It a Priority

Family planning supports the agency of women and girls whilst bringing significant benefits to communities and national economies. In this article, Dr. Claus Runge, Head of Market Access, Public Affairs and Sustainability, Bayer Pharmaceuticals, and Zahid Torres-Rahman, Founder and CEO, Business Fights Poverty, explain how multilateral partnerships can increase access to these essential services.
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Driving social impact for women in the RMG industry in Bangladesh

PVH Corp.’s nutrition partnership with The Power of Nutrition showcases how the ready-made garment sector in Bangladesh is uniquely placed to help lifting the country from the burden of malnutrition and drive social impact for women and communities.
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Gender equality and a human centric approach to the COVID-19 pandemic: Is there a link and is the fashion industry doing enough?

The World Benchmarking Alliance finds a link between major fashion brands that responded well to the COVID-19 pandemic and those that are committed to gender-equality; indicating that whilst the world is unpredictable, by moving the needle on gender equality companies can enable women to thrive in normal times, and endure the turbulent ones.
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World Population and Gender Equality in the Post-Covid Era

The pandemic has caused international upheaval in terms of development aid and gender equality. At a time when especially girls and women in low- and middle-income countries need more support than ever before, it has been even more challenging to get the needed funding and assistance. What does the future hold? Experts from the UNFPA, The World Bank, and Bayer Pharmaceuticals came together to discuss.
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Survivors of Domestic Violence Need More Than Sick Days; They Need Practical Tools to Break Free

Domestic violence is the hidden plague and it is getting worse. The impact of this violence is far reaching and can have serious consequences for both individuals and businesses alike. To combat this issue, Kona Connect has developed “Sophia”, the world’s first chatbot designed to empower domestic violence survivors globally.
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5 Principles for Powerful Partnerships: Where Profit meets Social Impact

A catalytic collaboration in Vietnam is stimulating business growth for women entrepreneurs by challenging misconceptions and improving access to finance, networks and critical support services.
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Joseph Kolapudi

The global COVID-19 pandemic has many downsides. One is the elimination of opportunities for young people to get work experience, learn skills on the job and build important relationships with potential and existing work colleagues.
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Business Fights Poverty Fortnightly Round Up

A round-up of recent articles, “how-to” videos and podcasts. Explore key trends that require a robust business response; and find out how business is supporting decent livelihoods and building the resilience of women in supply chains in the face of climate change. And don’t miss Standard Chartered’s Futuremakers Forum in partnership with Business Fights Poverty. 
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What do we mean by "Diversity, Equity and Inclusion"?

Learn about strategies that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion, fostering an environment where all individuals can thrive regardless of gender or economic status.

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