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How well do you know her-story? ?? Women have been change-makers across every field—science, politics, culture, technology, and more. There is so much history (or her-story) to discover! This #InternationalWomensDay, celebrate women's achievements and put your (and your team's) her-story knowledge to the test with our Her-Story Trivia Challenge. Download this FREE resource now: ?? https://ow.ly/Nhof50V6xYx Our #IWDTrivia is available in the following versions (and languages) to suit your team's needs: ?? Global edition (English) ???? US edition (English) ???? Canada edition (English and French) ???? UK edition (English) Here's a little sneak peek! How many did you get right? ??

It's #WomensHistoryMonth! ?? Last year, we asked some of our #CatalystHonours Champions to share the names of a few trailblazing #Canadian women our audiences should know! Featuring #Champions: ?? Jodie Wallis (Global Chief Analytics Officer at Manulife) ?? Pamela Allen (CEO, MD Financial Management | Gestion financière MD) ?? Debb Hurlock, PhD (Director, Culture, Inclusion and Leadership, Pembina Pipeline Corporation) To learn how to get involved with #WomensHistoryMonth this year, visit: https://ow.ly/wZSL50V4ypF

Tomorrow marks the beginning of #WomensHistoryMonth! ?? This #InternationalWomensDay, we have an opportunity—not just to celebrate women’s achievements, but to reaffirm our commitment to accelerating action. In today’s polarized environment, companies around the world may feel challenged to hit pause, but history shows that those who continue to invest in #Inclusion and #Belonging are better positioned for long-term success. ?? Ready to #AccelerateAction? Here's how you can get involved! ?? Join for our #InternationalWomensDay webinar. Taking place 5 March from 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM EST, hear from women leaders who are creating lasting impact across their organizations and careers. ?? To register: https://ow.ly/fEoC50V4wjB ?? Play our "Her-Story Trivia Challenge" with your team! Celebrate women’s achievements with this engaging, region-specific game. Available in the following editions: global, US, Canada and UK. ?? Download the challenge: https://ow.ly/Hyhx50V4wjO ?? Learn why #WomensHistoryMonth is important. We've put together a new resource with insights on why workplaces should recognize this celebration, including ideas for your initiatives. ?? Read our new resource: https://ow.ly/qtZC50V4wjE ?? Donate for a lasting impact. Consider a donation to #Catalyst. Your contribution will help create a future of inclusive #workplaces, where women thrive for generations to come. ?? To donate: https://ow.ly/i7Nh50V4wjH

The latest edition of our newsletter, #MakingWaves, is here! ?? Dive in for insights on: ?? How to stay committed to creating inclusive workplaces amidst competing pressures. ?? A peek into our #InternationalWomensDay celebrations! ?? Resources and articles to help you plan your next moves.

Join us on 5 March, for our #InternationalWomensDay webinar: How workplaces can accelerate action. We’ll explore how organizations are using the finesse approach to ensure progress continues even in times of uncertainty. ?? Online #Webinar, open to all. ??? 5 March, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM ET. ?? To register: https://ow.ly/PFjP50V4ug5 This #InternationalWomensDay, let's #AccelerateAction! ??♀?

In honor of International Women's Day and #WomensHistoryMonth, we are celebrating the remarkable contributions women have made to society. ?? Women have been change-makers across every field—science, politics, culture, technology, and more. An example of someone who has contributed greatly to the world of #Science is Marie Curie. One of science’s most famous pioneers, Marie Curie was critical in the development of x-ray technology. Despite the opposition of many male scientists, she became the first woman to be awarded a Nobel Prize in 1903. This was thanks to her discovery of a new element, polonium. ?? This #IWD, celebrate women's achievements and advancement. To learn more ways to get involved, visit: ?? https://ow.ly/1YfQ50V4t9W ??? Illustration by Stephanie Ginger.

#CatalystAwards is fast approaching! ?? Here's a #SneakPeek at some of the event's sessions, featuring incredible business leaders. ?? Keynote session: D&I's three headwinds: Navigating political, social, and legal challenges. ?? Join Kenji Yoshino (Chief Justice Earl Warren Professor of Constitutional Law, NYU School of Law) for a fireside chat exploring the current landscape of diversity and inclusion in corporate America. ?? She-conomy rising: Women reshaping the economy. ?? Featuring an illuminating conversation with Diane Swonk (Chief Economist at KPMG US), as she unpacks the transformative economic power of women in today's global marketplace. ?? A framework for action in today's complex landscape ?? Organizations are facing unprecedented challenges around how to approach building inclusive workplaces. Get practical frameworks to make strategic decisions from a group of experts from Catalyst Inc. Join us in person or virtually on 11 March! For the full agenda and event details, visit: ?? https://ow.ly/fHbn50V4qAM

"Being a pioneer in something is never easy. Being the first to pave that path is not easy." - Jodie Wallis, Global Chief Analytics Officer at Manulife. During last year's #CatalystHonours in Toronto, three of our #Champions sat down to discuss how business leaders are shaping the future of inclusion. Featuring: ?? Philippe Lepage (Director, Mine Development, Potash Engineering, Technology & Capital, Nutrien) ?? Jodie Wallis (Global Chief Analytics Officer at Manulife) ?? Pamela Allen (CEO, MD Financial Management | Gestion financière MD) To read the full article, visit: ?? https://ow.ly/Ai2E50V4rHs As Canadian businesses navigate economic shifts and global pressures, the role of #Inclusive leadership has never been more critical to the future of work. At the same time, far-reaching ripple effects may also cause significant challenges. Taking a global lens and staying true to our values as inclusion leaders will be crucial. On 11 March at the #CatalystAwards, business leaders from around the world will gather to discuss these critical issues in a pragmatic and focused way. To join us in person or virtually, visit: ?? https://ow.ly/skqA50V4rHr

According to Boston Consulting Group (BCG), America is experiencing a caregiving crisis that is significantly impacting talent attraction, retention, and advancement—particularly of women and people from marginalized communities. As Nicole De Santis mentioned during the 2024 Catalyst Awards, understanding caregiving challenges is key. In order to devise effective solutions, businesses need to fully comprehend the problem. We've put together actionable insights from industry leaders on this issue. To dive in, visit: ?? https://ow.ly/ghUS50V3a40 ?? Want more expertise? Join us for 7+ hours of actionable insights at this year's #CatalystAwards: https://ow.ly/zHZn50V3a41

Let's face it: attracting and retaining top talent continues to be a priority for organizations worldwide. In our latest research, we looked into the workplace experiences of Black employees that negatively affect their intent to stay in their jobs. We surveyed #BlackEmployees from Canada, the United Kingdom, and the United States and found that they encounter career opportunity gaps. As survey participants shared in their own words, mentorship, sponsorship, and performance feedback are critical. ??But a majority of Black employees in all three countries cite leaders' support as crucial to their intent to stay in their roles. We put together a quick overview of our findings, and you can dive into all insights here: ?? https://ow.ly/KZz450V2ZEj