Despite the lack of diversity in the construction and facility industry overall, Freshco has built a workforce that is 77% women, 41% LGBTQ2S+, 33% BIPOC, 10% neurodiverse, 7% disabled, and 6% veterans. The company has accomplished this by building trust through demonstrated support for diversity, contrasting the tokenism often seen in the corporate landscape.
GATE’s 100th public event will feature a screening of compelling short films that breathe life into the complex intersections of gender with other key aspects of identity, such as culture, race, disability, and indigeneity. The screening will be followed by a dynamic conversation with the filmmakers and a fun reception. | October 15, 2024
In 2020, the Nasdaq stock market filed a proposal with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission seeking permission to adopt a board diversity-related disclosure requirement for its listed companies. How can this improve gender equality in corporate governance?
Prof. Sarah Kaplan's article on how to achieve the promise of corporate purpose from the Winter 2024 issue of Rotman Management was posted to the Thought Leadership page of Forbes India. (Image credit: Shutterstock)
The highly touted GBI plan could be a model for other provinces, but it will take full cooperation between federal and provincial governments. (Image credits: Policy Options)
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Recognizing the significant influence of financial markets on systemic change, Adasina aims to mobilize investors to withhold their capital from companies that perpetuate racial, gender, economic, and climate inequities. This approach leverages capital to drive positive social change.
As of 2024, there are no standardized crash test dummies or tools for assessing pregnant occupant safety. Toyota’s Collaborative Safety Research Center began working with the University of British Columbia to develop the first 3D representation of how pregnant women’s anatomies change with varying postures and gravitational loading.
Coralus, is a community-driven organization which has redefined traditional funding models to focus on supporting women and non-binary entrepreneurs working towards social and environmental impact.
This panel discussion features GATE Executive-in-Residence, Sara Wolfe, and delves into the role of businesses in advancing reconciliation and building trust between Indigenous communities and corporate institutions. | Sept 25, 2024
