“Countdown to International Women’s Day” – an interactive learning program on women’s empowerment in business, featuring three expert-led sessions from the UN Global Compact.

Starting on February 18, these sessions will provide companies with practical insights on corporate actions to achieve gender equality, regardless of region, industry, or sector.

Session 1: Measuring Gender Equality in Business – Closing Gaps in Women’s Empowerment in ESG Reporting

February 18, 2025

• Session 1: 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM (MSK) (with Russian interpretation)
• Session 2: 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM (MSK) (in English)

This session will highlight the crucial link between ESG performance and gender equality, as well as the role of these factors in enhancing environmental protection and governance efficiency.

Through practical examples and strategies, participants will:
✔ Gain a deeper understanding of integrating women’s empowerment into ESG strategies.
✔ Receive tools to improve data collection and reporting.
✔ Learn about setting ambitious, measurable goals aligned with the Forward Faster initiative.

Session 2: Gender Equality in Supply Chains

February 25, 2025

• Session 1: 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM (MSK) (in English)
• Session 2: 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM (MSK) (with Russian interpretation)

This session will help companies:
✔ Understand how women’s empowerment impacts supply chains, from equal pay to supplier selection and workplace conditions.
✔ Learn how to establish an effective framework for gender-sensitive supply chain practices and achieve ambitious goals to promote women’s empowerment beyond the workplace.

Session 3: Business Strategies for Partnership Development

March 4, 2025

• Session 1: 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM (MSK) (in English)
• Session 2: 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM (MSK) (with Russian interpretation)

This session will introduce a new guide on partnerships between men and women to advance gender equality, featuring specific mechanisms and tools.

By actively supporting female colleagues, challenging discriminatory behaviors, and promoting inclusive policies, male allies contribute to a more balanced and inclusive workplace culture—ultimately boosting productivity and profitability.