Gender Equality & Equity Speakers
Achieving true gender equality is essential for creating environments where everyone can thrive, regardless of gender. Although there has been progress, significant inequalities still exist in areas like the workplace, education, healthcare, and mental health.
In the UK, women hold 40% of board positions in FTSE 100 companies. However, only 34% of executive roles are occupied by women. Globally, women are underrepresented in STEM, with just 28% participation.
Men face unique challenges too. They account for 75% of suicides worldwide. This often results from societal pressures and unaddressed mental health issues. In education, boys are 50% less likely than girls to reach reading proficiency by age 15.
Non-binary and gender non-conforming individuals also face barriers. In the UK, one-third report workplace discrimination, and 58% of transgender people delay healthcare due to fear of mistreatment.
Tackling these inequalities is vital. We need to ensure that everyone, regardless of gender, has fair opportunities in life.
Leanne Armitage
CEO of the Armitage Foundation Who Was Nominated in the Queen's Young Leaders AwardsJenny Garrett OBE
Author of "Equality vs Equity" & Founder of first-ever Diverse Executive Coach Directory in the UKKimberlé Crenshaw
Civil Rights Advocate, Creator of Intersectionality Theory & Professor at the UCLA School of LawJennifer Brown
Former Director of Training & Development at Tommy Hilfiger Who Was Nominated in the Top 40 Outstanding WomenHayley Barnard
Chief Executive Officer at MIX Diversity Developers Limited & Member Board of Trustees for YHADiane Danzebrink
Founder of Menopause Support & the National Campaign #MakeMenopauseMatterSharon Amesu
Founder of SA Consulting, Co-Founder of She Leads For Legacy, & TEDx Talk SpeakerCharlotte Williams
Diversity & Inclusion Manager for Impact Culture & Former EDI Board Member of Humanists UKVerna Myers
Vice President of Inclusion Strategy for Netflix & Founder of The Vernā Myers CompanyCarol Stewart
Coaching Psychologist at Abounding Solutions, Author of "Quietly Visible" & Host of the Quietly Visible PodcastJane Elliot
Creator of the ‘Blue Eyes and Brown Eyes Exercise’ & Author of ‘A Collar in my Pocket: The Blue Eyes Brown Eyes Exercise’The Importance of Gender Equality
Gender equality is essential not only in specific sectors but also for the overall wellbeing of society. Countries that focus on gender equality experience stronger economic growth, greater innovation, and improved societal health. Diverse leadership within organisations leads to better performance and competitiveness. This highlights the value of gender diversity across all sectors.
Experts on gender equality offer practical advice to create balance. They help develop inclusive policies and drive cultural change at work. Their support covers leadership development, mental health, and building inclusive environments where all genders can thrive.
Key Dates for Raising Gender Equality Awareness
- International Men’s Day (19th November): Focuses on men’s issues, including mental health, work-life balance, and caregiving roles.
- International Women’s Day (8th March): Celebrates women’s achievements and the pursuit of equality.
- Non-Binary Awareness Week (Mid-July): Highlights the challenges faced by non-binary individuals and their fight for inclusion.
Promoting gender equality in all areas of society helps us create a fairer and more inclusive world for everyone. At the Diversity & Inclusion Speakers Agency, we make it easy to book the right gender equality speaker for your event. We help equip your audience with the tools needed to build more equal and inclusive environments.
