Accelerating action on International Women's Day 2025

133 years. That’s how long it will take to achieve global gender equality at the current rate of progress. As priorities shift and diversity efforts face growing scrutiny, progress risks stalling rather than accelerating. Meanwhile gender disparities remain across the world. Women still earn 23% less than men and the share of women in leadership roles is 31%, limiting innovation and economic growth. Yet, businesses that prioritise inclusive leadership consistently outperform those that don’t. Businesses, policymakers and society must work together to accelerate action and bring about meaningful change. Equality cannot wait another century.