"Providing opportunities for Black women to be better represented in an array of fields expands and enriches our national competitive edge in the global economy." fortune.com/2021/02/03/bla…

Hearty congratulations to Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala [Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala] on her appointment as Director-General of the World Trade Organization [WTO]. We wish her all the best as she embarks on this momentous journey in her career. wto.org/english/news_e…

Happy #IWD2021! We're on a mission to increase the representation of black women in leadership and decision-making positions across the UK. Join the community today, and tell us what you #choosetochallenge: bwilnetwork.org

Thanks to those who have completed our Annual Survey since the launch. Please continue to share the link with your colleagues. PS: Anyone can fill in the survey. The data we collect will enable us to be valuable advocates for black women in the workplace. bit.ly/3lb6P0S

We caught up with Dr Paula Franklin, Bupa's Chief Medical Officer, to discuss her long career in healthcare. She shared tips for dealing with setbacks and seizing opportunities. Watch the full interview: bit.ly/3b1OTSo #WomeninLeadership

Join us for a live and interactive virtual reading event with Caroline Flanagan (Caroline Flanagan), author of 'Be The First' and certified coach. Caroline is committed to increasing diversity and inclusion in decision-making positions. Sign up here: lnkd.in/dkv4Zir

🕓 We're counting down to the BWIL Network virtual reading of 'Be The First' by Caroline Flanagan. ➡️ Secure your place and sign up now: bit.ly/34Jz5QE 📹 Discover what inspired Caroline to write the book: lnkd.in/dZndgcb

📢 Board-level opportunity: Florence Nightingale Foundation is seeking a new trustee with experience in finance to join the board, providing leadership and helping to shape the future of the foundation. Get more information and apply here: lnkd.in/dKJbZW3

Almost half of black women working in white-collar jobs believe they will be overlooked for promotion. ow.ly/f8r950HYvXJ

Employers have been urged to do more to address the ‘structural and cultural barriers’ that perpetuate inequality at work #HRnews peoplemanagement.co.uk/news/articles/…

In a survey of 250 professional Black women across various industries, Two thirds (68%) reported experiencing racial bias at work. This figure rose to 84% of Black women in senior management positions: metro.co.uk/2022/02/22/hal…

Following on from the The report, conducted by non-profit organisation BWIL (Black Women in Leadership) Network This simple diagram shared by Maria Rooney shows how the ending needs to change. Real transformational change or this cycle won’t end and the…lnkd.in/dUVjsJwE

"We cannot afford to continue losing great talent because of racially related unfair treatment. It does the U.K. a massive disservice and annuls efforts to remain competitive in global markets." – Yewande Akinola MBE 👉 bit.ly/3KxhFd7 #BreakTheBias #BWILSurvey

What does the future hold for board diversity? If the situation is far from 'job done' with regard to #GenderDiversity, it is even more unacceptable on #EthnicDiversity. We look at the latest FTSE Women Leaders Review report & Black Women in Leadership Network new report >> bit.ly/3hzj06z