INSOL Asia Hub, International Association of Insolvency Regulators and IWIRC Singapore Chapter had the incredible opportunity of hosting the webinar on Fostering and Achieving Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) in the Restructuring & Insolvency Industry.
Key Takeaways:
1. Understanding Diverse Perspectives: The webinar integrated viewpoints from academia, corporate practice, and regulatory oversight.
2. Best Practices: We learned about successful DEIB initiatives to foster inclusive environments, especially in the R&I industry.
3. Interactive Discussion: The discussion provided actionable insights and solutions to common DEIB challenges.
Esteemed Panelists:
1. Eugenia (Jenny) McGill: Senior Lecturer, Columbia University. Jenny shared academic insights on defining DEIB.
2. Samantha Santos: Head of DEI Strategy at Citi. Samantha discussed corporate strategies for advancing DEIB.
3. Marcel Savary: Director, Australian Financial Security Authority. Marcel covered regulatory approaches.
4. Karen Seebaran-Blondet: Supervisor of Insolvency, Trinidad and Tobago. Karen highlighted DEIB initiatives in legislative frameworks.
Topics Covered:
1. Definitions and Key Concepts: Establishing a baseline understanding of DEIB.
2. Looking Beyond Tokenism: Strategies for authentic DEIB conversations.
3. Organisational DEIB Journeys: Influences and objectives in shaping DEIB policies.
4. Initiatives and Challenges: Overcoming barriers and addressing "reverse discrimination".
5. Strengthening Ecosystems and Partnerships: Inclusive decision-making and stakeholder engagement.
This webinar underscored the critical role of DEIB in our industry. As we navigate restructuring and insolvency, prioritising DEIB principles will drive positive change and foster a more inclusive environment.
A huge thank you to moderator Amelia Tan, Chair of IWIRC Singapore Chapter, and all the panelists for their valuable insights.
Let's continue to build a diverse, equitable, and inclusive future!
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