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We were so excited to partner with GRAVITAS for their #InternationalWomensDay campaign! They brought together 25 extraordinary leaders to share bold ideas on how to #AccelerationAction and advance gender equity NOW. ?? In addition, a portion of the proceeds from their beautiful Corazon Suffragist Blouse will be donated to Catalyst. ?? Our very own CEO & President, Jennifer McCollum, got to style the Corazon Suffragist Blouse during this year's #CatalystAwards! ? She also shared her own idea to #Accelerate Action. "So, my idea to #AccelerateAction for women in 2025 is for all of us to embrace gender partnership at work. Let's take accountability for our own learning: start conversations, ask how others are doing, listen with empathy and reflect on their experiences. And as senior leaders, let's role model the mutual accountability needed to promote cultures of inclusion that work for women and for everyone." To learn more about #Gravitas and get your own blouse, visit: ?? https://ow.ly/Hh5y50Vl2Gj

And just like that, season 1 of #BreakingWithTradition comes to a close! ? In the season finale, host Victoria Kuketz Riddell (Director, Corporate Engagement, Canada at Catalyst) sits down with Emma Hinchliffe (Senior Writer, Fortune and Co-chair, Fortune Most Powerful Women) to discuss the current landscape for women at work. Emma talks about promising trends in women’s #Sports and #Business, and what these shifts signal for the future of the workplace. To dive into episode 10 of #BreakingWithTradition, visit: ?? https://ow.ly/xqoe50Vl3KR

Looking for some book recommendations? We've got you covered! ?? We invited Leora Tanenbaum (Senior Director, Editorial at Catalyst) to share some of her book picks for #WomensHistoryMonth! There's still time to celebrate women's achievements and advancement. To learn more ways to get involved, visit: ?? https://ow.ly/aKT450VkjbL

Although #InternationalWomensDay has passed, we're still celebrating #WomensHistoryMonth by honoring the remarkable contributions women have made to society. ?? Today we're highlighting Dr. Roberta Bondar, the first neurologist and first Canadian woman in space. Dr. Bondar has been vocal about the gender-based barriers and challenges she faced during her career and has said the future of spaceflight and #Space science needs more #Diversity. Dr. Bondar has said: "I think we have to look at how we envision our society, and how it is best going to be represented. And we just have to make sure that we don't try to deselect people on criteria that are really irrelevant." (CBC) This #WomensHistoryMonth, celebrate women's achievements and advancement. To learn more ways to get involved, visit: ?? https://ow.ly/KmYG50Vke3T ??? Illustration by Stephanie Ginger.

Take your seat at the forefront of workplace transformation. ?? Join us virtually for the inaugural?#AccelerateSymposium—a forward-thinking learning and community-building experience bringing together visionary leaders and trailblazers shaping the future of workplaces across industries worldwide. Register today! ?? https://lnkd.in/dVb5VtB2

We're looking forward to the next opportunity to connect with peers and like-minded leaders. ?? Here's what's coming next... ??? Accelerate Symposium - Europe | 7 May 2025 A half-day virtual conference that will provide groundbreaking solutions to help accelerate change for women in EU-region workplaces. ?? https://lnkd.in/eFPPfwze ??? ENERGIZE | 5 June 2025 A half-day virtual conference for employee resource group (ERG) leaders, sponsors, and members who want to elevate their impact. ?? https://lnkd.in/efA98jFp Save the date! ??

We are still buzzing from yesterday's conference and celebration, #CatalystAwards! ?? Here are some of the highlights: ?? Over 1,500 HR, inclusion, and business leaders from 150+ global companies. ?? 7+ hours of actionable insights from 40+ visionary leaders. ?? Learnings from award-winning diversity and inclusion programs and timely trends shaping the future of work. Want to re-live the day with us? Here's our recap of the day with key takeaways: ?? https://ow.ly/kYYT50VgELu If your organization is interested in applying for the 2026 Catalyst Award, make sure to submit your application by April 24, 2025! To learn more, visit: ?? https://ow.ly/4Ulw50VgELw

And just like that, another #CatalystAwards comes to an end! Congratulations, once again, to this year's #CatalystAwards winners: ?? CIBC ?? JDE Peet's ?? KPMG US ?? McCarthy Tétrault ?? Sanofi And to the winners of the inaugural 2025 #BreakoutProgram award: ?? Uber’s uSteer ?? Wells Fargo’s Neurodiversity Program ??The Menopause Foundation of Canada, SunLife Menopause Works Here? Partnership Finally, thank you to all those who joined us, in person or virtually, for a transformative learning and community-building experience. ??

?? Your community is calling. ?? Attending the #CatalystAwards? Here's your checklist for today: ? Connect with industry professionals passionate about #Inclusion. ? Learn from award-winning diversity and inclusion programs. ? Share your experience on social with the hashtags #CatalystAwards & #DiversityDividend! ? Leave our conference & celebration feeling inspired. Because when we come together as a community of professionals, we have the power to create systemic change.

Tomorrow is the big day! ?? Now more than ever, it's time to connect with peers and community. Soon, thousands who are invested in creating a more equitable future for all will gather for the #CatalystAwards. ??? Last call for virtual tickets! As a #Virtual attendee, you'll have the opportunity to make connections, share insights, and ask questions. Secure your ticket now: ?? https://ow.ly/7vbP50VakK8 See you soon! ??