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Bringing Awareness about digital inclusion from our collaboration with Barclays 💫 Unveiling three strategies to navigate the evolving landscape of digital inclusion. Check out the full report at https://lnkd.in/dcKYK_7J for a deep dive into our findings. In an era where #FinancialServices accessibility is a growing challenge, our research led by Sarah Christie for Barclays UK sheds light on the pressing need for sector-wide engagement and beyond. This work took us on a journey towards greater inclusion as well. We adapted our ethnographic methods continuously, learning how to better engage as we went along, changing methods and means of communication to suit individuals' needs. It emphasised once again that making a difference involves us reconsidering the way we do things, and the flexibility of our approaches, to allow greater representation. Curious about Empowering Digital Choice? Want to dive into Truth's approach to Digital Inclusion? Connect with us at ✉ [email protected].  #DigitalInclusion #BarclaysCollab #EmpowerChange #DigitalInclusion #Insights #ChangeMakers cc Instinctif Partners

Understanding the impact that gender, ethnicity, socio-economic and educational backgrounds have on someone’s prospects within the innovation ecosystem is the first step in how we improve representation. Last night, we hosted Extend Ventures and Diversity VC at HSBC Innovation Banking UK for an event to celebrate the launch of two crucial reports focusing on this data. It was a great evening of networking and collaboration on elevating diversity, with Tom Adeyoola and David Houghton sharing the key data and insights from the reports, plus panellists Simi L., Tom Foster-Carter 🇺🇦, Kenneth Kashif Thomas and Saul Klein sharing their reactions and perspectives as founders and investors, as well as advice for the community. We are proud to support Diversity VC and Extend Ventures as part of our ongoing commitment to creating a more diverse ecosystem. Read both reports here: Diversity Beyond Gender UK, Extend Ventures – https://grp.hsbc/6041RyQZU The Equity Record UK, Diversity VC – https://grp.hsbc/6044RyQZs #Diversity #DEI #VC #Founders Ladi Greenstreet, Abi Mohamed, Simon Bumfrey, Marisa Nzekwe, Alex Hazell, Devon Potter

“I like to say women arrived on merit. The doors are open, but the test is, do we stay long enough at the top to create impact? Only merit and high performance can sustain us.” This sentiment rings true for Asia’s top female bankers, who are driving industry-wide progress in a field traditionally dominated by men. From digital innovations to sustainability, find out how leaders like Ye-Chin Chiou, chairperson of First Bank and First Financial Holding, Yvonne Chia, independent non-executive director and chairman of Standard Chartered Malaysia, Ana Maria Aboitiz-Delgado, executive vice president of UnionBank of the Philippines, and Vivien K., CEO and managing director of Private Wealth Management Association (PWMA) and co-founder of W3W, champion initiatives that contribute to equality, diversity and the improvement of society. #Finance #Banking #Inclusion #Diversity #Leadership #Innovation

2024 Annual Bankers Conference Recap. Reflecting on the insightful words of Shehryar Bakht Ali, Senior Vice President & Country Manager for East Africa at Mastercard, during the recently concluded Annual Bankers Conference. He emphasized the importance of looking towards the future through the lens of our children, stressing the significance of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices for a sustainable world. Inclusivity is key on the global stage. Shehryar highlighted the need for minority voices, especially women, to be heard and represented globally. Sustainable growth is dependent on ensuring these voices are not only heard but also valued, for true progress. Mastercard has taken a proactive step towards environmental responsibility by launching a tree-planting initiative to reduce its global carbon footprint. Joining hands in collaboration is crucial to tackle the challenges that impact us all. Let's work together towards a sustainable future. #ESG #Inclusivity #Sustainability #Collaboration

Time is currency, treasure it. If you give someone your time, you really investing in that time & should be appreciated. As we invest time & effort in advocating for diversity & inclusion, we really investing our precious resource, being time for which we expect outcome of ROI. If you are in this space, don't give up, the ROI will eventually come as we see diverse economies, diverse organisations that are inclusive of everyone. #timeisprecious #diversityinclusion Time is valuable, use it wisely.

👩💼 Progression through effort and risk taking: Absa’s Michelle Knowles discusses being a woman in the workplace 👩🦰 Celebrate International Women's Day with Trade Finance Global's Women in Trade, Treasury & Payments campaign. Hear from industry leaders about their inspiring career journeys. ➡️ Personal stories and journeys are an important part of pushing the industry in the right direction. With this in mind, Trade Finance Global’s Brian Canup (BC) spoke with Michelle Knowles (MK), Head of Trade and Working Capital Products at Absa Group. 📖 Read the article with the link in the comments! #womenintrade #absa #risktaking #womensday

Empowering women isn't just a catchphrase; it's a reality reshaping the world of finance. At HSBC Wealth, we're proud that our six wealth hubs are led by four incredibly talented women. Even more exciting? Yours truly has been entrusted with the privilege of leading this dynamic team. From driving strategic initiatives to fostering a culture of inclusivity, each leader brings a unique perspective and skill set to the table. Together, we're not just breaking glass ceilings; we're shattering them, paving the way for more women to thrive in traditionally male-dominated industries. This isn't just about representation; it's about harnessing the full potential of diverse talent to drive innovation and success. As we continue to champion women empowerment at HSBC Wealth, we invite you to join us in creating a future where every woman has the opportunity to excel and lead. #WomenEmpowerment #HSBCWealth #LeadingByExample"

Discover the major learnings from our participant, Bhusan Mani Gautam as he shares his experience on the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) workshop: RISE. #DEIWorkshopRISE