Results for Speaking Out
The golden age is before us, not behind us: ageism against jobseekers
March 10, 2022 Employers have been shown to have bias against hiring jobseekers aged 45+ and this demographic faces clear obstacles when looking for work. But the biases employers hold are easily debunked: they do use tech, upskilling can be facilitated by better programmes, and intergenerational collaboration actually makes for better workplaces. Read more >
Providing purpose – adapting to Gen Z’s demands for social responsibility
March 10, 2022 Gen Z are leaving their current jobs in droves, searching for companies that offer them the flexibility and responsible culture they desire. If companies want to retain their talent this year, senior leadership will need to improve how they communicate with, listen to and manage their youngest employees. Read more >
A just transition rests on effective policy frameworks for upskilling globally
February 14, 2022 The Just Transition Declaration focuses on skills and commitment to supporting more vulnerable communities in developing countries. However, support is needed globally, and think tanks are calling on the UK Government to drive green jobs in the UK. Read more >
Larry Fink falls short on making the just transition link
February 14, 2022 Larry Fink’s annual letter to CEOs, argues that fossil fuels are needed in a transition to a climate-neutral economy, but he has been criticised for seemingly missing the essential need to support a just transition. Read more >
Asia’s informal workers cannot be left behind in the green transition
February 14, 2022 Without clear planning and guidelines, vulnerable communities in Asia are at risk of being left behind during the green transition. Read more >
Working in the metaverse – why virtual working is here to stay
November 30, 2021 Virtual working. A novelty turned necessity. The question is, how is new technology addressing the issue of personability? Read more >
Thinking differently about neurodiversity in the workplace
November 30, 2021 The transition into hybrid working has been hard for many people, especially for the neurodiverse. To ensure that future workplaces are truly inclusive, we need to think about how to accommodate people who think and learn differently. Read more >
Government action needs to reset work-life boundaries in the new world of work
November 30, 2021 Carefully considered policy and regulatory frameworks needed to strike the delicate balance between the benefits and drawbacks of hybrid working. Read more >
Crystal Clear: Blockchain in Sustainable Supply Chains
October 28, 2021 Could blockchain technology be the answer to increased transparency and sustainability in supply chain management? Read more >