The COVID-19 pandemic exposed and accelerated many gendered labour market inequalities. It has changed the way we look at the world of work but what are the changes needed to protect women in the workplace in the post-pandemic era. Session will address:

• The impact of the pandemic on women’s employment, labour force participation, earnings, unpaid care work and experience of gendered violence.
• Actions employers can take to advance gender equity in the post-pandemic era.
• The ideal future workplace now that remote work is here to stay.
• Deconstructing structural inequalities and societal norms that have acted as a barrier to the involvement and progression of women in the workplace (from care responsibilities to inherent biases).

Empowering women in the workplace is both a priority issue of rights and a powerful economic lever. This session will lift the veil on unconscious bias to smash stereotypes and break inequality.

• Examination of how unconscious bias influences behavior and decision making resulting in inequality in the workplace.
• Strategies to mitigate unconscious bias and promote inclusive workplace cultures.
• How companies can involve men to deconstruct negative social norms and rebalance the power structures that fuel violence and inequality.
• Understanding intersectionality to create more opportunities for women in the workplace.
• Creating a zero-tolerance approach against abuse and harassment to offer equal opportunities and fair treatment for both women and men.

Many barriers prevent women from achieving their dreams. Yet, some dare to dream big and breakthrough to overcome struggles and claim success.

• Dismantling the Imposter Syndrome and other gender biases to help women leaders.
• Steps to building your Social Capital for professional success.
• Establishing a digital footprint to access important contacts and to build your network.
• Conquering fear and learning to take more risks.
• Finding your voice to call out gender bias and gaining respect.
• How men can create more spaces for women to speak up and help dismantle barriers that affect women’s progress and support.