Workplace Equality Laws Spark Surprising Gains for Women in the Boardroom, Research Finds

Workplace equality laws spark surprising gains for women in the boardroom, research finds

Amid global rollbacks of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives—from the United States to parts of Europe—a new study has found that US state-level protections for LGBTQIA+ employees are not only helping to curb workplace discrimination, but are also driving greater gender diversity in corporate boardrooms.

Fortescue recognised for bolstering workplace equality - Mining Magazine Australia

Image: Suriya/stock.adobe.comFor the sixth time in a row, Fortescue has been awarded the title of ‘Best Company for Equal Advancement Opportunity” by an organisation focused on enhancing diversity within leadership positions.  Each year, Parity.Org rates companies from different industries across a range of factors including recruitment, promotions, compensation practices, employee benefits and other policies that level the playing field for all…