Insights on Diversity & Inclusion
Women in accountancy
Female chartered accountants face a number of challenges in the finance profession. We are committed to highlighting these issues and making the global business case for recruiting and retaining female financial talent.
In the Chartered Accountancy field, mentoring has significantly shaped the careers of both emerging accountants and seasoned professionals. This article examines the various mentoring initiatives implemented by some institutes from the Chartered Accountants Worldwide network, emphasising their importance and contributions to the industry.
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Chartered Accountants - A Global Impact
Diversity in the profession
Did you know that Chartered Accountants play a critical global role, with nearly half of the profession based in Asia. This internationally recognized qualification ensures the seamless exchange of skills and expertise across borders, making Chartered Accountants pivotal in driving global economic growth. The profession attracts a youthful demographic, with over 50% of members aged 26-45, reflecting its dynamic and evolving nature. Find out more about who Chartered Accountants are around the world with figures compiled by Chartered Accountants Worldwide.
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.
Webinars on demand
Our webinar, Secret Weapon of Great Internal Auditors, which was recorded on April 3rd, 2025, is now available to view. We also have a pdf attached for you to download.
In this special episode of Difference Makers Discuss, Carmine de Noia of the OECD sheds light on how finance professionals can tackle critical issues like the climate crisis and digital transformation, ultimately shaping cleaner, stronger economies.
Find out more about CAW Network USA’s IFRS Update from March 2025 here. This update was held on 27th March 2025.
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.
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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, a Chartered Accountant, shares his journey & insights in this episode reinforces the vital message that every voice matters.
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.
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.
