Difference Makers Discuss: Global challenges and the drive for sustainability

Special event featuring: Ainslie van Onselen, Chair of CAW and CEO of CA ANZ, and Carmine Di Noia, Director for Financial and Enterprise Affairs at the OECD.

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Today, Chartered Accountants advise organisations, lead major companies, shape economic policy and deliver effective financial management and reporting.

Together, we’re committed to ensuring that our members continue to stand apart, defining excellence throughout their career, throughout the world.

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Global well-being report on the state of the Chartered Accountancy profession

This report examines the state of resilience and well-being within the Chartered Accountancy profession. While Chartered Accountants play a critical role in safeguarding financial integrity, their work often entails significant stress and complexity.

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Special episode of Difference Makers Discuss – AI and the future of the global Chartered Accountancy profession

In this episode, Chair of Chartered Accountants Worldwide and CEO of CA ANZ, Ainslie van Onselen is joined by Alex Russell, Associate Director at Ipsos Corporate Reputation, unpack the findings of the inaugural global AI research study conducted by CAW in collaboration with IPSOS UK.

Special episode of Difference Makers Discuss - AI and the future of the global Chartered Accountancy profession

Special episode of Difference Makers Discuss – AI and the future of the global Chartered Accountancy profession

In this episode, Chair of Chartered Accountants Worldwide and CEO of CA ANZ, Ainslie van Onselen is joined by Alex Russell, Associate Director at Ipsos Corporate Reputation, unpack the findings of the inaugural global AI research study conducted by CAW in collaboration with IPSOS UK.

Workshop

Understand your impact – a workshop for women

Create your strong, self-aware personal profile to make yourself memorable, effective and appear confident even in the most stressful situations.

Sustainability Summit

ICAS Sustainability Summit

Chartered Accountants Worldwide are delighted to share the ICAS link to register for their Sustainability Summit 2025.

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Sustainability

Chartered Accountants Worldwide joins the Global Capacity Building Coalition to champion sustainability

Chartered Accountants Worldwide (CAW) is proud to announce its membership in the Global Capacity Building Coalition (GCBC), further demonstrating its commitment to strengthening the Chartered Accountancy profession and promoting sustainable economic development worldwide.

Neurodiverse

How to support your neurodiverse colleagues

If someone is ‘neurodivergent’ it means they have a brain that functions differently to that of a ‘typical’ or ‘normal’ brain.

Neurodiversity

Emily Cheyne CA: It’s time for leaders to be educated about dyslexia

ICAS Council Member Emily Cheyne CA discusses having dyslexia, comparing herself to others and how it’s time to stop thinking that one way of working is appropriate for everyone.

Sustainability

Nature Guidance Series

Is nature the best business partner your organization has ever had? Accounting for Sustainability explore that question here.

Webinars on Demand

IFRS Update

IFRS Update – March 2025

Find out more about CAW Network USA’s IFRS Update from March 2025 here. This update was held on 27th March 2025.

Women in Finance

ICAEW UK Regions: Women in Finance insight group

Our Women in Finance Insight Group is aimed at ICAEW members based in your region. The sessions are held virtually to provide you with support and a forum to connect with fellow professionals across the region.

Difference Makers Discuss: Building Resilience and Well-Being in the Accountancy Profession

Difference Makers Discuss: Building Resilience and Well-Being in the Accountancy Profession

In the latest episode of Difference Makers Discuss, we unlock the keys to resilience and well-being in the Chartered Accountancy profession as we reveal the results of a groundbreaking global report in conjunction with Brad Hook and Declan Scott of the Resilience Institute.

The Young Difference Makers Podcast

The Difference Makers Podcast honors those who’ve positively impacted communities worldwide. Our Young Difference Makers series spotlights young Chartered Accountants addressing critical issues in business, finance, and beyond. Age is no barrier; these individuals are both seasoned and young. Inspiring change and making a tangible impact on others’ lives.

Subscribe today on Apple Podcasts,  Spotify, Amazon Music and other podcast networks.

Young Difference Makers Podcast
Senzo Ndlangamandla

Empowering communities: Senzo Ndlangamandla’s advocacy for a better future

In this episode, we learn about Senzo Ndlangamandla’s inspiring journey. Senzo is an accomplished educator and leader dedicated to transforming the lives of students in rural South Africa.

Evan O'Donnell

Evan O’Donnell: From maths enthusiast to advocate for accountancy and sustainability

Evan O’Donnell, a Chartered Accountant, shares his journey & insights in this episode reinforces the vital message that every voice matters.

Lavanya Ramanujan

From Chartered Accountancy to sustainability: Lavanya Ramanujan’s inspiring journey

In this episode we take a look the remarkable journey of Lavanya Ramanujan, a Chartered Accountant at Google who intertwines her professional work with her passion for sustainability.

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Network Member Logo

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Be Social

An unprecedented number of corporate & government scandals in recent years have revealed an apparent shortcoming in the governance and ethics framework. This has led to the introduction of a plethora of new rules & codes . More here:

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The power of ethics or the ethics of power

An unprecedented number of corporate and government scandals in recent years have revealed an apparent shortcoming in the governance and ethics...

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Long Read: Global well-being report on the state of the Chartered Accountancy profession in association with the Resilience Institute. Find out how you can shift your dial : https://ow.ly/tuIc50VqBWh #Resilience #Wellbeing #MentalHealth

The ICAS Sustainability Summit returns for its third year. Experts will discuss the new UK Sustainability Reporting Standards (UK SRS) and their impact on consistent, comparable sustainability reporting. It's on April 23 @ 4:00 pm - 6:45 pm IST, Free :

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ICAS Sustainability Summit

Chartered Accountants Worldwide are delighted to share the ICAS link to register for their Sustainability Summit 2025.

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Understand your impact – a workshop for women on April 24 @ 9:30 am - April 25 @ 12:30 pm IST. Cost: £425. More information here: https://charteredaccountantsworldwide.com/event/understand-your-impact-a-workshop-for-women/

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Understand your impact – a workshop for women

Create your strong, self-aware personal profile to make yourself memorable, effective and appear confident even in the most stressful situations.

ow.ly

An unprecedented number of corporate & government scandals in recent years have revealed an apparent shortcoming in the governance and ethics framework. This has led to the introduction of a plethora of new rules & codes . More here:

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The power of ethics or the ethics of power

An unprecedented number of corporate and government scandals in recent years have revealed an apparent shortcoming in the governance and ethics...

ow.ly

WEBINAR TOMORROW - Accelerating action on nature: a new guide to get you started.
When? March 26 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am GMT Cost? £15 - more information here: https://charteredaccountantsworldwide.com/event/accelerating-action-on-nature-a-new-guide-to-get-you-started/ #nature #biodiversity ...#sustainability # CharteredAccountants #DifferenceMakers

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Accelerating action on nature: a new guide to get you started

Join this webinar to discover how to start embedding nature into your work, navigate regulations with confidence and engage stakeholders effectively.

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How good are you at managing stress and achieving a work-life balance? If you feel you need some extra support, why not check out our wellbeing hub? It's packed full of articles and toolkits that will help you not only survive, but also THRIVE : https://ow.ly/gM3N50Va5rq #wellbeing ...#CharteredAccountants #Stressawareness #resilience #solutions #support

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Wellbeing Hub

Wellbeing Hub

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In-person event| London: Let’s unpack Corporate Governance Reform – will the latest reforms restore trust and power growth? When? 21st March. Where? Chartered Accountants Hall, London. What time? 0900-1800 - more info? ...https://charteredaccountantsworldwide.com/event/corporate-governance-conference/
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Corporate Governance Conference

You can join ICAEW at Chartered Accountants Hall for their Corporate Governance Conference on March 21st, 2025.

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