Resources
United Kingdom: Committee of Advertising Practice Rules Against Gender Stereotyping
New rules aimed at curbing gender stereotyping in advertisement were introduced by the Committee of Advertising Practice (CAP) in the United Kingdom in June 2019.
Author:UN Women
Publisher:UN Women
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Category:Public Policy
France: Act for the Freedom to Choose One's Future Occupation
The Freedom to Choose One’s Future Occupation law was enacted in France on 5 September 2018, and it requires companies to ensure equal pay for work of equal value.
Author:UN Women
Publisher:UN Women
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Category:Public Policy
Japan: The Act on the Promotion of Female Participation and Career Advancement in the Workplace
In Japan, women’s participation in the workplace has been underpinned by law since it entered into force on 1 April 2016. Legislation requires public and private sector companies to measure gender diversity-related data, create action plans to address gaps, and disclose this information.
Author:UN Women
Publisher:UN Women
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Category:Public Policy
Developing an Online Learning Community for Women
Avon is a global social selling beauty company, headquarted in the United Kingdom, that launched Avon Connect, an online learning and community platform in May 2019.
Author:UN Women
Publisher:UN Women
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Category:Case Study
The Gender Parity Law was passed in 2011 and has had a major impact on board compositions of public companies in Italy, dramatically increasing women’s representation on boards.
Author:UN Women
Publisher:UN Women
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Category:Public Policy
Innovation and Social Design for a Global Impact
This Leaders in Action piece follows the journey of PATHFINDER co-founders Jessica van Thiel and Shivani Singh. PATHFINDER works with business, academia and policymakers to find innovative solutions in sustainable development.
Author:UN Women
Publisher:UN Women
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Category:WEPs Leaders
WEPs Action Card - Tackling Sexual Harassment in the World of Work
This Action Card gives a snapshot at the recommendations for tackling sexual harassment in the workplace and achieving gender equality.
Author:UN Women, as part of the WE EMPOWER-G7 Programme
Publisher:UN Women, as part of the WE EMPOWER-G7 Programme
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Category:WEPs Guidance
On 10 December, the WE EMPOWER-G7 Programme hosted a virtual high-level Forum convening G7-EU stakeholder that focus on women’s economic empowerment and responsible business conduct, including WEPs signatories.
Author:UN Women
Publisher:UN Women
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Category:Video and Event
WEPs Learn strives to equip women with new skills, capacities and characteristics to succeed in the digital economy and labour market.
Author:UN Women
Publisher:UN Women
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Category:Video and Event