A recent worldwide survey unveiled that more than 97% of employees aspire to maintain remote work in some capacity throughout their careers. While the COVID-19 pandemic forced many into remote work, it has proven to be a successful arrangement. As the global business sphere recovers, employers are assessing employee performance and preferences, comparing the […]
As the deadline for the first mandatory gender pay gap reporting post-COVID-19 has passed, the most recent data paints a concerning picture of no advancement toward achieving pay equality between men and women. The 10.4% disparity in median pay between middle-ranking male and female employees reported this year mirrors the figures from companies reporting […]
In this analysis, DiversityQ delves into the outcomes of the latest gender pay gap submissions, the reasons behind firms’ hesitancy in reporting their data, and potential measures to bridge the gender pay gap. With heightened awareness about sexual violence and harassment targeting women, other aspects of gender inequality are also under scrutiny, including the […]
Inclusivity is rapidly becoming a top priority for businesses in the UK. Every business leader must take the time to listen to their employees’ experiences and reflect on their own observations: Have I encountered instances of racism or bias within my workplace? What steps can I take to foster greater diversity and inclusion within […]
Baroness Louise Casey has been appointed to lead a review of the culture and standards within the Metropolitan Police. As public trust in the police has reached an all-time low, there are crucial questions that she should address and measures that can potentially instigate change. Following the recent advice by the Metropolitan Police, suggesting […]
As businesses transition to hybrid working, they face a new set of challenges, including how to maintain a loyal and sustainable workforce. Employees can now switch jobs without even clearing their desks, which underscores the need for strategic measures: 1.) Craft a strategic vision “People need to feel like they are part of something,” […]
This year’s Black History Month holds significant importance for many organizations. In 2020, we grappled with the dual challenges of pandemic lockdowns and the aftermath of George Floyd’s tragic murder. Now, as we come together to celebrate in person, it’s also an opportunity to chart a course for substantial change. Amid the pervasive discussions […]
As a British Pakistani Muslim woman navigating a predominantly white-dominated media industry, Unzela Khan has encountered numerous challenges. Much like many minority women, she has grappled with microaggressions and discrimination throughout her career. Despite her self-assuredness, Unzela consistently felt inadequately skilled and undeserving in every job she’s held. Even though she had to surmount […]
Last month, The Ivy Asia offered a formal apology following the backlash caused by its ‘culturally insensitive’ and ‘inappropriate’ advertising campaign, which triggered outrage from critics and the public. The campaign featured a now-deleted social media video with two characters dressed as Geishas in humiliating situations, culminating in a scene where they fall through […]
Last Friday, the body of Sabina Nessa, a 28-year-old woman of South Asian heritage from Southeast London, was discovered in a Greenwich park. While two men have been apprehended and interrogated on suspicion of her murder, the investigation is still underway. During the same week, the disappearance of a 22-year-old white woman, Gabby Petito, […]