329-19 Crack the Ceiling, Raise the Floor

Summary

There is a strong business case for improving the rates of female representation on boards and at senior executive levels. This brief provides guidance on integrating gender equality into all management selection processes and calls on companies to assure sufficient participation of women – 30% or greater – in decision-making and governance at all levels and across all business areas.

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Issuer

United Nations Global Compact (UNGC)

Year

2012

Region

International

Issuer (type)

United Nations Global Compact Office (International)

Policy Type

Other sustainability policy

Geographical scope

International

Mandatory or voluntary

Voluntary

Main industries targeted

Education
Transportation & Warehousing
Finance & Insurance

Restrictiveness

Very Low

Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being
SDG 4: Quality Education
SDG 5: Gender Equality
SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation
SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy
SDG 14: Life Below Water
SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions