Gender

Dr. Wanjiru Kamau-Rutenberg joins Ford Foundation as a senior fellow

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024
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NEW YORK, Feb. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the Ford Foundation announced that Dr. Wanjiru Kamau-Rutenberg, PhD will join the organization as a senior fellow. Kamau-Rutenberg is an activist and academic known for her extensive work on women's leadership. During her fellowship, she will leverage her decades of experience supporting women's empowerment to scale Black Women in Executive Leadership (B-WEL), a global initiative focused on improving the numbers, experiences, and impact of Black women in senior and executive leadership across sectors. She will also work closely with Ford's Director for Gender, Racial, and Ethnic Justice International, the BUILD team, and Ford's fellowship team to inform the foundation's intersectional work to advance social justice.

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  • NEW YORK, Feb. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the Ford Foundation announced that Dr. Wanjiru Kamau-Rutenberg, PhD will join the organization as a senior fellow.
  • "Long inspired by the Ford Foundation's vision, and with deep admiration for this team of grantmakers and thought leaders, I am thrilled to be joining the foundation as a Senior Fellow.
  • Before founding B-WEL, Wanjiru Kamau-Rutenberg served as the inaugural director of the Rise Program, a joint initiative of Schmidt Futures and the Rhodes Trust.
  • She also sits on the Board of the Autodesk Foundation, Syngenta Foundation, Landesa, the Global Food Banking Network, and the council of Co-Impact's Gender Fund & the African Climate Foundation.

Demography and reproductive rights are environmental issues: Insights from sub-Saharan Africa

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024
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Sustained and rapid population growth has deep implications for development, exacerbating social, economic and environmental challenges from food insecurity and gender inequity to environmental degradation.

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  • Sustained and rapid population growth has deep implications for development, exacerbating social, economic and environmental challenges from food insecurity and gender inequity to environmental degradation.
  • At the same time, Sub-Saharan Africa also has a disproportionate vulnerability to climate change and environmental degradation.
  • It is critical that population dynamics and reproductive health be at the forefront of ongoing environmental discussions.

Population dynamics and environment

  • There are many just and humane ways to slow the pace of rapid population growth while also respecting human rights and the need for economic development.
  • As individuals are given the means to choose the number, timing and spacing of their children, they tend to have fewer children.
  • Discussions that highlight the negative impacts of global population growth are also often marginalized and perceived as unwarranted, alarmist, coercive and racist.
  • Some regions of the planet are experiencing sustained population growth, while others are witnessing relative stability and even decline.

Sub-Saharan perspectives

  • In collaboration with Nkechi S. Owoo, from the University of Ghana, we set out to explore stakeholder perceptions around these issues.
  • We were surprised to learn that sub-Saharan Africans perspectives had not been individually documented, despite their unique relevance.
  • Our study included a survey and follow-up interviews with 402 participants from 42 countries in sub-Saharan Africa.
  • Respondents overwhelmingly perceived population growth as a phenomenon representing challenges to environmental sustainability, economic and social goals, peace and security.

It is time to discuss demography

  • Our survey suggests that a majority of those working in a field that is related to economic, social, or environmental development in sub-Saharan Africa consider the topic of population growth important.
  • These individuals, more often than not, live in places where gender equity and access to family planning face significant challenges.


Céline Delacroix is a Senior Fellow with the Population Institute (USA), which provided financial support to pursue this research project by offering a fellowship to its authors.

SXSW EDU® UNVEILS LINEUP FOR 2024 PODCAST STAGE AND NEW KEYNOTE AND FEATURED SESSIONS

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024
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AUSTIN, Texas , Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The South by Southwest EDU® Conference & Festival shares the exciting lineup for the 2024 Podcast Stage, as well as new voices for the Keynote and Featured Stages. As one of the first of its kind at an education event when introduced three years ago, SXSW EDU's Podcast Stage, presented by GitLab Foundation, continues to break ground in showcasing the medium's power as an important storytelling tool, capturing the intersection of education, society, and culture. This year's program will feature the live recording of the debut audio series, "The Amendment," hosted by celebrated journalist and editor-at-large of The 19th News, Errin Haines, as well as the launch of "The Cusp, a Work Shift podcast," hosted by Paul Fain. In addition, attendees will be delighted to hear from comedian Sarah Rose Siskind, musicians Rapsody, Jackie Venson, and DJ Reborn, and groundbreaking authors Jacqueline Woodson, Bettina Love, and Carlos Moreno, just to name a few.

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  • AUSTIN, Texas , Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The South by Southwest EDU® Conference & Festival shares the exciting lineup for the 2024 Podcast Stage, as well as new voices for the Keynote and Featured Stages.
  • In total, audiences will be able to attend 14 podcast sessions spearheaded by several returning and first-time presenters.
  • Alongside the Podcast Stage, SXSW EDU is excited to roll out additional programming for the 2024 conference and festival that further explores sense and story-driven methods for enhancing learning.
  • SXSW EDU unveils three new Featured Sessions examining the impact of an emotionally poignant approach to education, whether through music or intentional vulnerability.

TD SYNNEX appoints Miriam Murphy as leader of its business in Europe

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024
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TD SYNNEX (NYSE: SNX) today announced the appointment of Miriam Murphy as the company’s new president, Europe.

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  • TD SYNNEX (NYSE: SNX) today announced the appointment of Miriam Murphy as the company’s new president, Europe.
  • She will report to Patrick Zammit, the chief operating officer, TD SYNNEX – who she succeeds as president, Europe – and she will serve on the company's global executive team.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240206743102/en/
    Miriam Murphy is appointed as president of Europe for TD SYNNEX.
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    Murphy returns to TD SYNNEX following two years as chief executive officer, Europe at NTT Ltd.

Young Women in State and Local Government Express Financial Insecurity, According to MissionSquare Research Institute

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024
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This research comes as state and local governments continue to struggle drawing younger workers into public service careers.

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  • This research comes as state and local governments continue to struggle drawing younger workers into public service careers.
  • The financial concerns of women extend to perceptions of public sector salaries and benefits, with female respondents rating both lower than male respondents.
  • Regarding benefits, 15% of women view them as very competitive, while 30% of men hold this sentiment.
  • Gerald Young , MissionSquare Research Institute Senior Research Analyst said, "Understanding these gender-specific financial attitudes is crucial for government leaders aiming to attract the next generation of public service employees.

NEW USC POLL SHOWS 71% SUPPORT TO KEEP HISTORIC LAW PREVENTING TOXIC OIL DRILLING NEAR SCHOOLS, HOSPITALS AND NEIGHBORHOODS

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Friday, February 2, 2024
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SACRAMENTO, Calif. , Feb. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today the Campaign for a Safe and Healthy California (CSHC) shared newly released survey results from the University of Southern California Dornsife showing support to "KEEP THE LAW" (SB 1137) against toxic drilling in neighborhoods at 71% of likely voters. 

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  • Currently, nearly 30,000 oil and gas wells in California sit within 3200 feet of homes.
  • An independent scientific advisory panel in 2021 advised California officials that a 3,200-foot setback between oil wells and sensitive receptors is the minimum distance to protect public health.
  • "KEEP THE LAW" Campaign endorsers include public health groups, community and faith organizations, and environmental justice leaders from across California working to hold oil companies accountable for creating a public health crisis, especially for communities of color.
  • For more information about our campaign, please visit our website at: www.CAvsBigOil.com
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Ford Foundation promotes Anita Khashu and Chi-hui Yang as new program directors

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Thursday, February 1, 2024
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NEW YORK, Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Ford Foundation announced today the appointments of Anita Khashu as its next program director for Gender, Racial and Ethnic Justice - U.S. (GREJ-U.S.) and Chi-hui Yang as its next program director for Creativity & Free Expression (CFE).

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  • NEW YORK, Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Ford Foundation announced today the appointments of Anita Khashu as its next program director for Gender, Racial and Ethnic Justice - U.S. (GREJ-U.S.) and Chi-hui Yang as its next program director for Creativity & Free Expression (CFE).
  • "Anita Khashu and Chi-hui Yang have been exceptional leaders throughout their respective careers and during their time at the Ford Foundation.
  • "Anita and Chi-hui, alongside the outstanding team we have at Ford, are tasked with the urgent work of reducing inequality and advancing a more just society."
  • Khashu joined the Ford Foundation in 2021 as senior program officer for the foundation's immigrant rights portfolio.

Simmons University Institute for Inclusive Leadership Welcomes New Executive Board Members from Bain Capital, Dell Technologies, and John Hancock

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024
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"It is with sincere excitement that I welcome three executive leaders to the Strategic Advisory Board," said Susan MacKenty Brady, CEO of the Institute for Inclusive Leadership.

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  • "It is with sincere excitement that I welcome three executive leaders to the Strategic Advisory Board," said Susan MacKenty Brady, CEO of the Institute for Inclusive Leadership.
  • Simmons is proud to be the catalyst that unites the members, and we are deeply honored for the leadership of its advisory board."
  • "We are thrilled and grateful to have the opportunity to work with these three leaders as the newest members of the Strategic Advisory Board," said Simmons University President Lynn Perry Wooten.
  • He has an MBA from Southern New Hampshire University and holds a Bachelor of Science in Business and Organizational Leadership.

Real Estate Market Analysis: New Study on Home Buyer Perceptions in Gurugram's Transit-Oriented Development Areas Published - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Friday, January 19, 2024
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A newly conducted study exploring home buyer perceptions in the burgeoning real estate market of Gurugram, particularly in the Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) zones, has been published.

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  • A newly conducted study exploring home buyer perceptions in the burgeoning real estate market of Gurugram, particularly in the Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) zones, has been published.
  • This research offers vital insights into what drives property purchasing decisions in one of India's fastest-growing urban landscapes.
  • The need for thoughtful amenities, including green open spaces, has also been emphasized in the insights garnered from the study.
  • This changing real estate landscape in Gurugram offers a clear view of current trends and buyer priorities.

On Pay Equity, Transparency, and Advancing Women Into Leadership, Catalyst CEO Champions For Change Companies Outperform Global Peers

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Thursday, January 25, 2024
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Catalyst CEO Champions For Change companies represent more than 11 million employees and over $3 trillion in revenue globally.

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  • Catalyst CEO Champions For Change companies represent more than 11 million employees and over $3 trillion in revenue globally.
  • , 93% of Champion companies have conducted a pay equity review within the last three years, up from 82% in last year's survey.
  • A pay equity review is a critical tool to address the gender pay gap, and 71% of Champion companies are adjusting pay based on the results.
  • Women occupy 30% of executive positions at Champion companies compared to 24% among their global peers.