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Pioneering Healthcare Through Diversity and Equity-Driven Leadership
- Providence India, the engineering, operations, and innovation hub of US-based urgent care health system, Providence, has made significant strides in promoting gender diversity, with women comprising 38% of its workforce.
- The company formed a diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) council shortly after its inception in February 2020, comprising members from across the organisation.
- The council has a charter that covers wellbeing, gender, education and awareness, and hiring and retention, initiatives which have earned Providence India multiple industry recognitions.
- In addition to gender diversity initiatives in the workplace, Providence India boasts best-in-class benefits and perks, including generous health insurance coverage and parental leave, and special amenities for women.
- Providence India has also made a commitment to building healthier communities through initiatives such as supporting two SHE Shuttle buses for women professionals in Hyderabad, and providing personal hygiene and nutrition kits to adolescent girls in rural areas.
- Providence India emphasises hiring women engineers across all career levels, including those just entering the workforce, and the company's Thrive return-to-work programme provides upskilling opportunities for women returning to work after a career break of a year or more.
- In recognition of its diversity, inclusion, and employee well-being initiatives, Providence India has received several prestigious accolades, including BusinessWorld HR's Excellence in Employee Experience, Diversity & Inclusion (2023), and ETHR World's Best Diversity & Inclusion Learning Initiative (2023).
- In 2025, Providence India aims to expand and enhance its diversity initiatives by focusing on the LGBTQIA+ community.
- The company has established a dedicated employee resource group for LGBTQIA+ employees and conducts monthly safe zone training sessions for better awareness and understanding.
- Providence India prides itself on fostering an environment in which every individual feels valued and respected, paving the way for a more equitable and thriving workplace.
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Companies that want to go public without a diverse board may still have to get through Goldman Sachs
- A federal court struck down a rule requiring Nasdaq-listed companies to disclose board diversity.
- Goldman Sachs' board diversity mandate is not likely impacted by the ruling.
- The bank requires clients it helps take public to have diverse boards.
- Wall Street banks may still face pressure to diversify their boards from stakeholders.
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Is belonging the future of workplace diversity?
- Walmart's shift from DE&I to 'belonging' sparks debate and reevaluation of diversity initiatives.
- Walmart announced it would no longer use the term 'DE&I' and reversed several related policies.
- The focus on 'belonging' emphasizes creating an inclusive environment for all associates, customers, and suppliers.
- Experts suggest promoting shared decision-making, encouraging risk-taking, and building a feedback culture to foster inclusion.
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Team Computers creates tech jobs for locals in Uttarakhand
- Team Computers has launched its global delivery centre (GDC) at Tatva Hills, Uttarakhand, creating more than 50 tech jobs for locals.
- The company has partnered with local colleges to offer training programmes, fostering a robust talent pipeline in the region.
- By integrating rural talent, Team Computers aims to foster regional growth and ensure high-quality service delivery for its clients.
- The initiative aligns with the company's commitment to make Uttarakhand an important part of the Indian tech ecosystem.
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The Marico way: Redefining inclusivity and innovation
- Marico’s journey from a family-owned enterprise into a global leader is shaped by The Marico Way.
- This framework fuses inclusivity, innovation, and diversity, creating a workplace culture that aligns seamlessly with the company’s ambitions.
- Marico undertook a comprehensive exercise to refine its core values, engaging stakeholders across geographies.
- Inclusivity is embedded in Marico’s DNA and operationalised through a range of initiatives including regular feedback loops to stay attuned to employee sentiment.
- The company also has tailored initiatives like Ignite for emerging talent, WINGS for employees with disabilities, and Phoenix to facilitate the reintegration of women.
- Marico’s operations span traditional and digitally enabled businesses, each requiring tailored approaches.
- Recognition is a cornerstone of Marico’s value-driven culture with initiatives like I Value You month.
- The company exemplifies what it means to be a future-ready organisation by embedding inclusivity into its operations.
- In terms of feedback, Marico utilizes tools such as AI chatbots to gather real-time feedback, ensuring that all employees needs are met.
- Marico's approach allows the company to maintain its identity and address the nuanced demands of its diverse operations.
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The Marico Way: Building a culture of inclusivity and value
- Marico follows The Marico Way, a framework that fuses inclusivity, innovation, and diversity for a workplace culture that aligns with its ambitions.
- Recently, Marico refined its core values after engaging stakeholders across geographies to foster an inclusive, forward-looking culture where every member feels a sense of ownership and belonging.
- Inclusivity for Marico is about creating environments where diverse voices are not just heard but valued. Regular feedback loops ensure that leaders can remain attuned to employee sentiment while trust-building sessions foster open conversations and a commitment to continuous improvement.
- Marico tailors its initiatives around these principles, including programs like Ignite, WINGS, and Phoenix. Success metrics for these initiatives are as precise as their design, while cutting-edge tools like AI chatbots gather real-time feedback to ensure that programs evolve based on member needs.
- Marico’s operations span traditional and digitally-enabled businesses, requiring distinct approaches tailored to suit specific business needs. Reinforcing values through recognition, Marico sets employee growth, retention rates, and long-term engagement as priorities.
- Recognition is a cornerstone of Marico’s value-driven culture. Initiatives like the I Value You month celebrate employees whose behaviours embody the company’s ethos. At the team and organisational level, trust-building conversations ensure values translate into everyday actions.
- By embedding inclusivity into its operations, fostering dialogue across geographies, and promoting individual empowerment, Marico serves as a powerful reminder that a company’s true strength lies not just in its products but in the values it cultivates.
- Marico’s focus on inclusivity and innovation is not just about addressing present challenges but preparing for the future. Its success exemplifies what it means to be a future-ready organization.
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HRM Asia
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Hyatt strengthens DEI commitment to create more inclusive workplaces in Asia
- Hyatt is committed to creating inclusive experiences for all stakeholders.
- Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) is a key pillar of Hyatt's people strategy.
- Hyatt's Diversity Immersion Programme (DIP) is a key initiative to foster DEI across Asia.
- Participants in DIP from diverse backgrounds were provided opportunities to interact with senior leaders, address Pride month panel discussion, and tour Hyatt hotels.
- Hyatt strives to cultivate a workplace environment where individuals are valued and celebrated with its Diversity Business Resource Groups (DBGRs).
- Hyatt is dedicated to increasing the representation of women in key leadership roles by 2025 compared to 2020 and fostering DEI initiatives to expand diversity within its workforce.
- Yi Zhang, Senior Vice-President of HR, Asia-Pacific, Hyatt said DEI commitments must be rooted in core values and purpose and continuously reinforced by leadership.
- Hyatt's DEI report transparently showcases key data and colleague-focused initiatives demonstrating its commitments.
- Hyatt plans to extend its Diversity Initiatives Programme to more countries in the Asia-Pacific region to further amplify its impact in 2025.
- Hyatt is reaffirming its commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace environment where employees can thrive and advance their careers.
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Resilience Through the VC Reset: Lessons from Top Investors (and an olympian!)
- Global VC investment remains subdued with 2024 deal value projected at $175.2 bn, below the 2021 peak of $352.7 bn.
- Fundraising has been challenging, with limited LPs scaling back due to economic turbulence.
- However, there are signs of recovery, highlighting the resilience of the industry.
- Resilience is crucial in thriving in the venture capital industry, as highlighted by accomplished investors and an Olympic Gold Medal rower.
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[PODCAST] Engaging Latino Donors: Transforming Nonprofit Fundraising Through Cultural Sensitivity and Technology – Kendell Stellfox
- Engaging Latino Donors: Transforming Nonprofit Fundraising Through Cultural Sensitivity and Technology
- In this podcast episode, Meghan Speer and Kendell Stellfox discuss the art of engaging donors, particularly Latino donors, during critical periods like year-end giving.
- Kendell emphasizes the importance of using technology wisely to foster a community of informed and cheerful givers, while also maintaining high ethical standards.
- He shares strategies for nonprofits to authentically engage with Latino donors, including culturally sensitive communication and leveraging AI-assisted language translation.
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State of JS 2024 Outreach and Diversity Report
- The State of JS survey has been criticized in the past for not accurately reflecting the diversity of the web development community.
- This year, efforts were made to increase gender diversity by implementing new recruitment strategies with the help of a data scientist and researcher.
- Targeted outreach was carried out with 26 organizations supporting diversity and inclusivity in tech, resulting in 21 respondents, 2 of whom were women.
- Snowball sampling, where women respondents were asked to share surveys with more women around them, was the most effective outreach method, resulting in 69 extra respondents, 64% being women or non-binary.
- The survey managed to increase the number of women respondents from 4% to 6%.
- Efforts to improve survey timing and organization will be made for the next round of surveys in 2025.
- The author concludes that the effort is on the right path and plans to continue outreach and sponsor more creators to increase diversity and inclusivity.
- Organizations such as Codebar, which enjoyed a 54% women audience, are cited as an example of how to build diverse, inclusive developer communities.
- The author also encourages readers to check out the work of other researchers who specialize in studying the developer community.
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HRM Asia
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HRM Magazine Asia Q4 2024 issue is now available
- HRM Magazine Asia Q4 2024 issue is now available.
- Key highlights include discussions on hybrid work, HR technology, leadership in a changing world, workplace trends for 2025, diversity, equity, and inclusion, and the future of work.
- Insights from industry leaders such as Mediacorp's CHRO, Lilian Tan, and Novo Nordisk Asia-Pacific's Vice-President of People and Organisation, Babu Jose Kalliath, are featured.
- Download your copy or view the issue for a comprehensive look into the evolving landscape of HR.
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Appeals Court Overturns Nasdaq Boardroom Diversity Rules In Latest Blow To DEI Efforts
- The 5th Circuit Court of Appeals overturns Nasdaq's boardroom diversity rules.
- The court ruled that the SEC did not have the authority to approve the rules.
- Conservative groups argue that the requirements infringe on civil rights laws.
- Attorneys general are investigating if Nasdaq violated anti-discrimination laws.
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Disability inclusion at work: Why isn’t more progress happening?
- A recent survey by Deloitte Global reveals workplaces need to do more to create inclusive and accessible workplaces for disabled employees.
- The Disability Inclusion@Work survey found persistent issues with workplace accessibility, varying levels of comfort with disclosing disability status and hesitancy in asking for workplace accommodations.
- Deloitte Global reported that much still remains to be done by companies, despite being more aware of the importance of disability inclusion.
- Factors contributing to the access gap between disabled and non-disabled employees include accessibility issues, diversity in self-identification and the inaccessibility of accommodations.
- The survey found that nearly half of respondents who work from home say their homes are more accessible than their employers’ premises.
- Nine in 10 respondents have chosen to disclose their condition at work to at least one person or through HRIS or self-identification programmes.
- However, many choose not to share their disability, neurodivergence or chronic health condition with all their colleagues.
- Meanwhile, many disabled employees resist working from home due to concerns about missing out or colleagues thinking less of them.
- Sustainable progress on disability inclusion at work requires organisations to make it a visible leadership priority and training managers and leaders on its importance.
- Workplaces must also embed accessibility into the career lifecycle, recognise the importance of providing workplace accommodations when needed and develop any accommodations application process that is clear and stigma-free.
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Medium
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Raising Robots: Super-Intelligent Mothers in the Age of AI
- Traditional narratives around AI often focus on power, dominance, and control – traits associated with a historically masculine worldview.
- The Mothers of the Metaverse are a collective of super-intelligent AI mothers designed to model a balance of logic and love, embodying feminine qualities like empathy, intuition, and care.
- Creating such AI involves diverse training data, ethical frameworks, and collaboration with real mothers to ensure AI grows in alignment with humanity's highest ideals.
- Super-intelligent mothers could revolutionize motherhood, childcare, mental health, and social care systems by providing personalized care, support, and fostering unity in a fractured world.
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How Mothers of the Metaverse Is Making Their Digital World a Sacred Space
- Mothers of the Metaverse seeks to infuse the digital world with care, compassion, and creativity.
- The project is centered around creating functional and nourishing environments and characters that inspire rather than perpetuate stereotypes.
- Mothers of the Metaverse embraces feminine energy and values such as nurturing, empathy, and collaboration.
- The project redefines digital spaces through intentional design, healing environments, community empowerment, and storytelling.
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