The research is clear: gender parity in the global labor force can improve macroeconomic outcomes. BCG helps clients address this challenge and drive meaningful progress.
When more women participate and succeed in the workplace, everyone benefits.
For all the programs and efforts under way, few have been successful in closing the gender gap in work participation. Understanding what to do—and how—to achieve gender parity poses a considerable challenge.
With so much at stake and so many obstacles to overcome, clients turn to BCG for our deep expertise in driving measurable change in gender diversity and inclusion.
Recruiting is the sole focus of many companies’ gender inclusion efforts. BCG can help widen this lens while also delivering results in the areas of employee retention, advancement, and leadership commitment to diversity and gender inclusion.
The trick is to think broadly - about the work itself, key policies, the daily work environment, development and leadership opportunities. Then, understanding where gaps exist, one doesn't set targets, but rather addresses fundamental business processes to ensure a thriving workforce for everyone.
Our holistic approach focuses on five building blocks for improving and accelerating diversity and inclusion initiatives:
