Tag Archives: gender equity

Women in Transport Network Launches to Promote Gender Equality and Empower Women in the Transport Sector

(IN BRIEF) The Women in Transport (WiT) Network has been launched to support women in the transport industry, aiming to promote gender equality and enhance economic, social, and environmental outcomes. The initiative stems from a report by the World Bank … Read the full press release

European Investment Fund Backs Sistafund with €30 Million Investment to Champion Gender Diversity in Venture Capital

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Fund (EIF) has committed €30 million to Sistafund, a venture capital initiative championing gender diversity in European startups. Targeting a total of €100 million, Sistafund invests in early-stage companies where women hold at least 30% … Read the full press release

Henkel Promotes Inclusivity with Gender-Neutral Parental Leave Policy Worldwide

(IN BRIEF) Henkel, a global company, is introducing a pioneering gender-neutral parental leave policy for its 50,000 employees worldwide, starting in 2024. This new initiative offers up to eight weeks of fully paid parental leave based on the caregiver’s role … Read the full press release