Diversity & Inclusion

Research shows that greater diversity in the workforce results in greater profitability and value creation. Diverse and inclusive companies drive innovative results, yet still there is widespread discrimination at many levels throughout industry.

In this section CAW and our Member Institutes share a range of articles exploring the issues around diversity and the solutions that are being implemented.

Insights on Diversity & Inclusion

Insights on Diversity & Inclusion

Stop Gender Based Violence

Resilient soft force for gender-based violence

Michelle Coetzee, is a 31 year old woman, CA(SA) with a PhD and a resilient soft force against gender based violence.

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Empowered and inspirational women: The entrepreneurial journey of Zanele Maduna

Zanele Maduna, is a remarkable trailblazing woman from Boitumelo, Gauteng, who took a giant leap to create a business with a profound mission – No-Valo.

Mount Kilimanjaro

A solo trip to summit – Africa’s highest peak

Tiffany Blignaut CA(SA), is 42 years old single woman who runs her own consulting firm. She did a solo trip through Africa with her Land Rover to climb Mount Kilimanjaro.

Unlocking an Inclusive Workplace

In late 2022, Chartered Accountants Worldwide’s (CAW) global ED&I task force partnered with Magenta – a specialist research agency – to conduct the first global study to map the career journeys of women in the profession and identify the barriers and opportunities for employers to open career pathways for women to progress into more senior positions.

You can read the full report here and watch the research webinar here.

We hope that this toolkit will help your organisation drive change and support your female talent to thrive by embedding good practice; addressing the workplace culture; developing confidence and training opportunities and to think about the right networks and opportunities required to support your female workforce.

UNLOCKING AN INCLUSIVE WORKPLACE

Online Events & Webinars

Online Events & Webinars

One clear way that Chartered Accountant Member Institutes are rising to this challenge is in the creation and hosting of online events and activities.

We are working with the Institutes to present the events that have a global perspective and are available to Chartered Accountants everywhere.

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Webinars on demand

Techtalk

Complimentary 2024 Techtalk series – Webinar

In the Techtalk series, we discuss and analyse recent developments within the technical space with guest panellists joining us to share their insights on specific matters.

Not Just the Numbers

Not Just the Numbers – Full Afternoon Session

View the full afternoon session from CAW Network USA’s Not Just the Numbers conference, at the link provided.

Not Just the Numbers

Not Just the Numbers – Session 5 – Navigating Risk with Purpose

In session five of CAW Network USA’s ‘Not Just the Numbers’ webinar, Daniel Shafrir discussed Enterprise Risk Management – Navigating Risk with Purpose.

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, Google Podcasts and other podcast networks.

Young Difference Makers Podcast
Unlocking Global Opportunities in Chartered Accountancy: Insights with Peter Gillen

Unlocking Global Opportunities in Chartered Accountancy: Insights with Peter Gillen

Meet Peter Gillen, an Irish Chartered Accountant whose story takes us on his journey from a high school math enthusiast to prestigious roles at PwC in Dublin and Boston, and later to transformative work in sustainability consulting at Grant Thornton and AIB.

Young Difference Makers, Mishka Hajee

Climbing Beyond the Ladder: Mishka Hajee’s Quest for Community Progress

Meet Mishka Hajee, a South African Chartered Accountant whose story isn’t just about climbing the professional ladder; it’s a narrative woven with integrity, strategic innovation, and a deep commitment to community upliftment.

Mathabo

From Medicine to Metrics: Mathabo’s Ascent in Accountancy and Leadership

The path to professional success is rarely a straight line. For Mathabo, a journey that began with the aspiration to heal in the field of medicine took an unexpected detour into the world of accountancy and finance. Her narrative, as unfolded in the podcast episode is a powerful testament to the serendipitous nature of career evolution and the profound impact that one individual can have when aligning their career with their passion.

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Charity banking obstacles reach crisis point

ICAEW is calling for urgent action to deal with the banking challenges that charities face in their day-to-day operations.

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We've designed our Carbon Footprint Guide to help you to navigate the complexities of calculating your company’s carbon footprint. Take a look https://charteredaccountantsworldwide.com/carbon-footprint-guide/
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We've designed our Carbon Footprint Guide to help you to navigate the complexities of calculating your company’s carbon footprint. Take a look https://charteredaccountantsworldwide.com/carbon-footprint-guide/
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Listen: This aspiring audit senior at ACTCO Accountants has impressive creds – Liswaniso Namatama is a certified Chartered Accountant with top grades and membership in the Zambia Institute of Chartered Accountants:

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Liswaniso Namatama: Charting the Course Through Accounting Triumphs and Educational Pursuits

This aspiring audit senior at ACTCO Accountants has impressive creds - Liswaniso Namatama is a certified Chartered Accountant with top grades and...

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Webinar: Beyond Accounting – AI and Accountants get REAL - watch on demand and find out what you need to know. https://charteredaccountantsworldwide.com/webinar/beyond-accounting-ai-accountants-2/
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Beyond Accounting – AI and Accountants get REAL

View this exciting online event, which introduces the CAW Technology working group and provides a high-level overview of its 2024 objectives in...

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