CEOs join forces with WEF to tackle workplace racism
The World Economic Forum (WEF) has today announced the launch of a coalition with business leaders to tackle workplace racism.
Hallo: Just 40 Black founders raised VC funds in Q4 of 2020
Only 40 Black founders raised venture capital (VC) funding in the fourth quarter of 2020, reveals a new study by diversity recruiting platform...
Talent retention remains ‘top priority’ for CEOs in 2021
Employee retention remains a top employer concern in 2021, with many CEOs worried about losing their top talent. That's despite 76% of CEOs...
68% employees of colour ‘on guard’ against racial bias
Around 68% of employees of colour have reported being "on guard" at work to protect against racial bias and unfair treatment, according to Catalyst's latest...
80% firms admit 2020 events affected staff mental health
Around 80% of organisations worldwide admit that employee mental health has been negatively impacted by 2020 events, according to new research.
Sephora reveals racial bias impact on retail staff & shoppers
Sephora's latest research on racial bias in retail has revealed that two in five US shoppers have experienced unfair treatment on the...
INvolve calls for targets to boost C-suite LGBT representation
INvolve, the global network championing diversity and inclusion (D&I) in business, is calling for companies to set targets to increase LGBT+ representation...
Employers worldwide report severe qualified talent shortage
Businesses worldwide are continuing to struggle to find qualified talent despite millions of candidates looking to re-enter the workforce, according to a...
AIA launches index to identify firms that promote equality
Natixis Investment Managers’ Active Index Advisors (AIA), has launched a new index that helps to identify which firms and funds promote diversity, equity...
Finance industry must do more to put a stop to modern slavery
The UK's finance industry must do more to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking, reveals new research published today.