Gender equality

Fujitsu and Ochanomizu University establish new AI ethics research lab, leveraging AI technologies to promote gender equality

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Friday, March 17, 2023
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TOKYO, Mar 17, 2023 - (JCN Newswire) - Fujitsu and Ochanomizu University today announced the establishment of the "Fujitsu-Ochanomizu University Social Collaboration Program for AI Ethics", a new joint research laboratory to develop AI solutions contributing to the solution of gender equality issues.

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  • TOKYO, Mar 17, 2023 - (JCN Newswire) - Fujitsu and Ochanomizu University today announced the establishment of the "Fujitsu-Ochanomizu University Social Collaboration Program for AI Ethics", a new joint research laboratory to develop AI solutions contributing to the solution of gender equality issues.
  • Ochanomizu University in April 2022 established the Institute for Gendered Innovations(3) to promote research, innovation, and social communication based on gender perspectives, strengthening its track record in research on gender equality issues.
  • To address these issues, Fujitsu and Ochanomizu University established the "Fujitsu-Ochanomizu University Social Collaboration Program for AI Ethics" to explore the possibility of utilizing AI solutions to contribute to the solution of gender inequalities.
  • To this end, Fujitsu and Ochanomizu University aim to develop practical solutions to gender issues, while addressing the risk of bias in AI by leveraging Fujitsu's strength in R&D in ethical AI technologies and Ochanomizu University's research on gendered innovations.

Governments of Canada and Ontario invest over $13 million to bring high-speed Internet access to more than 6,400 homes across Eastern Ontario

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Monday, March 13, 2023
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The governments of Canada and Ontario are taking action to bring high-speed Internet access to unserved and underserved communities.

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  • The governments of Canada and Ontario are taking action to bring high-speed Internet access to unserved and underserved communities.
  • On July 29, 2021, the governments announced a Canada–Ontario broadband partnership to support large-scale, fibre-based projects that will provide high-speed Internet access to more than 280,000 homes across the province.
  • This government investment will expand access to high-speed Internet to over 6,400 homes across 11 communities in Eastern Ontario.
  • In 2021, Ontario passed the Supporting Broadband and Infrastructure Expansion Act, 2021 to help speed up construction of high-speed Internet projects.

Readout - Minister Ien and Parliamentary Secretary Sudds advance gender equality at the 67th session of the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women

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Saturday, March 11, 2023
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The Honourable Marci Ien, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth, and Parliamentary Secretary Jenna Sudds led the Canadian delegation to the 67th session of the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women (UNCSW67) during the session's first week.

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  • The Honourable Marci Ien, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth, and Parliamentary Secretary Jenna Sudds led the Canadian delegation to the 67th session of the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women (UNCSW67) during the session's first week.
  • The delegation will continue to meet until the end of the session on March 17, 2023.
  • Throughout the session, the Government of Canada reiterated the need to make concrete advances for women and girls through improved digital access, innovation, and education.
  • This provided Canada with a valuable opportunity to shape the Commission's work on issues that affect women and girls globally.

Ziosk Celebrates International Women's Day 2023 by Championing Innovation and Diversity in the Restaurant Technology Industry

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Wednesday, March 8, 2023
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DALLAS, March 8, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Ziosk®, an industry-leading technology platform that helps restaurants increase operational efficiency and optimize the guest experience, is driving innovation in technology through its work within the hospitality sector to improve the dining experience for both servers and their guests, while also providing female leaders a seat at the table in a male-dominant industry.

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  • Under Levene's leadership, Ziosk strategically supports this cause and theme by promoting the hiring, training and continued growth for women in the digital age.
  • The article states roughly one in four leadership positions at large global technology firms were expected to be held by women by 2022.
  • As hospitality technology advanced, so has Levene's vision for using it to enhance guest experiences and solve issues plaguing the restaurant industry.
  • As a part Levene's goal to lead the way in restaurant technology innovation while fostering equality across the industry, Ziosk joins brands across the globe in celebrating International Women's Day on March 8, embracing this year's themes of "Embrace Equality" and the U.N.'s "DigitALL: Innovation and Technology for Gender Equality."

FIRST ANNUAL [email protected] GENDER REPORT LAUNCHES MARCH 12, DURING WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH

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Wednesday, March 8, 2023
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AUSTIN, Texas, March 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SXSW — The first annual [email protected] | Gender Report, a groundbreaking survey for inclusion practitioners, executive leadership, and board directors will be released by lead pollster Prisca and discussed at a March 12 panel hosted by The Female Quotient's Equality Lounge at SXSW in Austin, TX.

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  • The Gender Report is part of a national survey that yielded seven annual reports (Gender, Latino, Black, Asian, Indigenous, Silicon Valley, Generations) being released throughout 2023.
  • The purpose of the study is to give inclusion champions the hard data needed for budgeting processes around diversity and inclusion.
  • Each annual report has different data sets, regressions, and action-based metrics for executive leadership.
  • The research was conducted by pollsters Prisca, Momentive , and AAPI Data, organized by Dr. Karthick Ramakrishnan and Dr. Pelin Kesebir.

RESEARCH FOR INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY REVEALS NEW CHALLENGES FACED BY WOMEN

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Wednesday, March 8, 2023
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LONDON, March 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- TEAM LEWIS Foundation released findings from a new global survey conducted in support of HeForShe which reveals the challenges women face in an increasingly digital world.  HeForShe is the United Nations Women's entity for engaging men and boys in support of gender equality and empowerment of women. 

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  • HeForShe is the United Nations Women's entity for engaging men and boys in support of gender equality and empowerment of women.
  • The study shows that , despite improvements around women in senior management roles, job security and financial rewards for women are still lagging.
  • More men reported receiving a bonus over the last year in 2023 than in 2021, whereas women experienced the reverse.
  • A third of women noted the lack of female mentors and role models in the workplace.

The Government of Canada provides funding to Ontario to support crisis hotlines, lifelines to survivors of gender-based violence

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Thursday, March 2, 2023
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TORONTO, March 2, 2023 /CNW/ - Crisis hotlines are a lifeline to survivors of gender-based violence and are critical support services.

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  • TORONTO, March 2, 2023 /CNW/ - Crisis hotlines are a lifeline to survivors of gender-based violence and are critical support services.
  • This announcement marks the 9th bilateral agreement recently signed with provincial and territorial governments to support crisis lines.
  • It also builds upon the Government of Canada's commitment to provide approximately $300 million in emergency COVID-19 funding to support individuals experiencing gender-based violence.
  • Today, we are proud to provide the Government of Ontario with the support they need, as we sign yet another agreement to support crisis hotlines.

Elektra Health Expands Advisory Group with Renowned Experts to Advance Innovation & Equity in Menopause Care

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Wednesday, March 1, 2023
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NEW YORK, March 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Elektra Health , a modern women's health platform focused on menopause today announces the expansion of its Advisory Group.

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  • NEW YORK, March 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Elektra Health , a modern women's health platform focused on menopause today announces the expansion of its Advisory Group.
  • Elektra offers evidence-based virtual care, education, and peer support to women 40+ as well as those struggling with early onset of menopause.
  • "Elektra's new advisors also reflect Elektra's commitment to advancing health equity in menopause care and for women in the workplace.
  • Last year, Elektra became the first dedicated menopause solution offered by health plans, launching groundbreaking partnerships with Mass General Brigham Health Plan and EmblemHealth.

Minister Marci Ien announces funding for organizations advancing gender equality in Saskatchewan

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Tuesday, February 28, 2023
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REGINA, SK, Feb. 28, 2023 /CNW/ - Despite progress in recent decades, gender equality in Canada remains a pressing issue.

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  • REGINA, SK, Feb. 28, 2023 /CNW/ - Despite progress in recent decades, gender equality in Canada remains a pressing issue.
  • Today, the Honourable Marci Ien, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth, announced up to $4 million for eight organizations to advance gender equality in Saskatchewan.
  • The Government of Canada has committed approximately $300 million in emergency COVID-19 funding to support individuals experiencing gender-based violence.
  • The funding also supports efforts to address intersectional barriers, including those faced by Indigenous, Black, racialized, and rural or remote 2SLGBTQI+ communities.

Press release - International Women’s Day: gender aspects of energy poverty

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Monday, February 27, 2023
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MEPs and national parliamentarians will discuss the energy crisis and how it is affecting women, at an inter-parliamentary committee meeting on Wednesday morning.

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  • MEPs and national parliamentarians will discuss the energy crisis and how it is affecting women, at an inter-parliamentary committee meeting on Wednesday morning.
  • The annual inter-parliamentary committee meeting marking International Women’s Day (8 March) brings together MEPs and national MPs to discuss gender equality and women’s rights.
  • This year’s theme is the gender aspects of energy poverty.
  • Women’s Rights and Gender Equality Committee Chair Robert Biedroń (S&D, PL) and Dimítrios Papadimoulis (The Left, EL), Vice-President of the European Parliament responsible for gender equality and diversity, will make the introductory remarks.