THE ISSUES: GENDER PARITY
In 2021 women made up on average, 30% of corporate board members.*
The Women’s Forum Corporate Board Initiative advocates for gender parity by 2025.
*Source: BoardEx Global Gender Balance Report 2021
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Honoring those companies of the F1000 and S&P500 that have 40% or more women on their boards.
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The Women’s Forum Corporate Board Initiative advocates for gender parity by 2025.
*Source: BoardEx Global Gender Balance Report 2021
The Education Fund of the Women’s Forum provides financial awards for women in New York City, over 35, pursuing their first college degrees. Each year we distribute $200,000 dollars to deserving women to assist them in completing their education and career goals.
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The Women’s Forum of New York is the founding forum that has grown into a global network of women leaders. Members enjoy reciprocal membership under the umbrella of the International Women’s Forum which is comprised of 74 Global Forums with over 7,000 members.
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Since its creation in 1987, the Education Fund has raised over $2 million, enabling women whose lives have been disrupted by extreme adversity to return to school and complete their education.
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The Corporate Board Initiative addresses gender parity in the boardroom, by highlighting those who have led by example, and providing a database of CEO Nominated, Board-Ready Women.
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Forum Programs share the unique insights, access and experience of our members. By leveraging our connections, we create a diverse mix of in-depth programs that educate, empower, enlighten and entertain.
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Forum member Tania Tetlow, President of Fordham University , was spotlighted on NBC New York in celebration of Women's History Month for becoming the first female president of the prestigious school.
"When you squander half the talent of the human race, you're giving up on a lot." - Tania Tetlow
To watch the video special, please visit HERE.
Our #WBW interview series was born out of the same principle that is at the heart of the Women’s Forum – uplifting women. Our #WBW interviews allow women to discuss their professional journeys and provide great advice to other women looking to advance their careers and embark on the path to entrepreneurship. We have had the pleasure of interviewing Forum members- Sarah Kauss, Patrice Tanaka, Deirdre Quinn, Mijong Lee, Sarah McNally, Gina Gibney, Tracy McKibben, Rohini Dey, Lori Tauber Marcus, Susan McPherson, Gloria Feldt, Ilene Wachs, Cheryl Wills, Lin Coughlin and Lauren C. Anderson.
Visit the link below to view our latest Women in Business Wednesday interview with Forum member and Forbes 50 Over 50 Awardee Anne Ackerley, Head of BlackRock's Retirement Group.
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