As International Women's Day 2025 approaches, the focus on workplace equity intensifies.Trust Bank, a digital bank, is leading the way in fostering diversity and inclusivity.Jocelyne Loh, Chief People Officer, highlights the importance of engaging men in supporting workplace equality.Trust Bank prioritizes diversity, inclusivity, and equal opportunities for women in leadership roles.Building an inclusive workplace faced challenges of attracting diverse talent and ensuring cultural fit.Efforts included gender hiring parity, supporting candidates regardless of ethnicity or physical ability.The theme for IWD 2025 is 'Accelerate Action,' focusing on empowering women to succeed.Progress in closing the gender gap requires active support from both women and men in leadership.Bold steps needed include linking leadership compensation to gender equity goals and hiring for diversity.Organizations must prioritize gender parity in leadership for long-term progress towards inclusivity.