D&I Weekly News Round Up: Representation, Women empowerment, and more

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

This insightful article shows 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.