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Businesses that embrace gender diversity and inclusion see tangible benefits, from increased innovation and productivity to improved employee satisfaction and financial success. However, women and marginalized groups still face significant barriers, including pay gaps, underrepresentation in leadership and systemic biases.</div></div></div><div class="article__info"><p class="article__date-type text--bold"> 21 Mar 2025 </p></div></div></div></div><div class="views-row"><div class="article article--blog_post article--teaser"><div class="article__image"><div><a href="/compactjournal/breaking-barriers-role-businesses-combating-racial-discrimination"><picture><source srcset="/sites/default/files/styles/2_1_desktop/public/2025-03/iStock-1369408412.jpg.webp?itok=uP9uE2dq 1x" type="image/webp" width="700" height="350"/><source srcset="/sites/default/files/styles/2_1_desktop/public/2025-03/iStock-1369408412.jpg?itok=uP9uE2dq 1x" type="image/jpeg" width="700" height="350"/><img loading="lazy" srcset="/sites/default/files/styles/2_1_desktop/public/2025-03/iStock-1369408412.jpg?itok=uP9uE2dq 1x" width="700" height="350" 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corporate landscape, advancing gender equality is not just a moral imperative—it’s a business advantage.</div></div></div><div class="article__info"><p class="article__date-type text--bold"> 13 Mar 2025 </p></div></div></div></div><div class="views-row"><div class="article article--blog_post article--teaser"><div class="article__image"><div><a href="/compactjournal/what-expect-csw69-key-themes-and-business-leadership-insights"><picture><source srcset="/sites/default/files/styles/2_1_desktop/public/2025-03/Photo--UN%20Women_Ryan%20Brown%202.jpg.webp?itok=4yB-RFpr 1x" type="image/webp" width="700" height="350"/><source srcset="/sites/default/files/styles/2_1_desktop/public/2025-03/Photo--UN%20Women_Ryan%20Brown%202.jpg?itok=4yB-RFpr 1x" type="image/jpeg" width="700" height="350"/><img loading="lazy" srcset="/sites/default/files/styles/2_1_desktop/public/2025-03/Photo--UN%20Women_Ryan%20Brown%202.jpg?itok=4yB-RFpr 1x" width="700" height="350" src="/sites/default/files/styles/2_1_desktop/public/2025-03/Photo--UN%20Women_Ryan%20Brown%202.jpg?itok=4yB-RFpr" alt="UN Women" /></picture></a></div></div><div class="article__container"><div class="article__tags"><h6 class="article__tag text--condensed-bold-caps"><a href="/compactjournal?topics%5B252%5D=252">Gender</a></h6></div><div class="article__content"><h4 class="article__title"><a href="/compactjournal/what-expect-csw69-key-themes-and-business-leadership-insights"><span>What to expect at CSW69: Key themes and business leadership insights</span></a></h4><div class="article__description text--lg"><div>The 69th session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW69) is set to be a landmark event in the global push for gender equality.</div></div></div><div class="article__info"><p class="article__date-type text--bold"> 10 Mar 2025 </p></div></div></div></div><div class="views-row"><div class="article article--blog_post article--teaser"><div class="article__image"><div><a 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is gaining significance for companies</span></a></h4><div class="article__description text--lg"><div>Until the mid-2010s, few companies reported on on their nature-related impacts. However, nature reporting has gained significant traction in the past few years as businesses recognize the financial, operational and reputational risks associated with nature loss and a lack of data monitoring.</div></div></div><div class="article__info"><p class="article__date-type text--bold"> 03 Mar 2025 </p></div></div></div></div><div class="views-row"><div class="article article--blog_post article--teaser"><div class="article__image"><div><a href="/compactjournal/25-years-un-global-compact-legacy-impact-and-call-bold-action"><picture><source srcset="/sites/default/files/styles/2_1_desktop/public/2025-02/IMG_9373.jpeg.webp?itok=6frDGFYp 1x" type="image/webp" width="700" height="350"/><source srcset="/sites/default/files/styles/2_1_desktop/public/2025-02/IMG_9373.jpeg?itok=6frDGFYp 1x" type="image/jpeg" width="700" height="350"/><img loading="lazy" srcset="/sites/default/files/styles/2_1_desktop/public/2025-02/IMG_9373.jpeg?itok=6frDGFYp 1x" width="700" height="350" src="/sites/default/files/styles/2_1_desktop/public/2025-02/IMG_9373.jpeg?itok=6frDGFYp" alt="people standing behind the UN logo " /></picture></a></div></div><div class="article__container"><div class="article__tags"><h6 class="article__tag text--condensed-bold-caps"><a href="/compactjournal?topics%5B310%5D=310">General</a></h6><h6 class="article__tag text--condensed-bold-caps"><a href="/compactjournal?topics%5B251%5D=251">Key Moments</a></h6><h6 class="article__tag text--condensed-bold-caps"><a href="/compactjournal?topics%5B309%5D=309">Leadership</a></h6></div><div class="article__content"><h4 class="article__title"><a href="/compactjournal/25-years-un-global-compact-legacy-impact-and-call-bold-action"><span> 25 Years of the UN Global Compact: A Legacy of Impact and a Call for Bold Action</span></a></h4><div class="article__description text--lg"><div>Over the past quarter-century, the UN Global Compact has reshaped the way businesses operate, embedding sustainability into corporate strategy and fostering a global movement committed to responsible business practices. As we mark this milestone, we reflect on the progress made and reaffirm the urgent need for continued leadership, innovation and collaboration to build a more sustainable and inclusive future.</div></div></div><div class="article__info"><p class="article__date-type text--bold"> 24 Feb 2025 </p></div></div></div></div><div class="views-row"><div class="article article--blog_post article--teaser"><div class="article__image"><div><a href="/compactjournal/advancing-gender-equality-action-and-progress-un-global-compact"><picture><source srcset="/sites/default/files/styles/2_1_desktop/public/2025-02/47300345632_382b5a96af_UN%20Women_Amanda%20Voisard_1.jpg.webp?itok=r2Ed6870 1x" type="image/webp" width="700" height="350"/><source srcset="/sites/default/files/styles/2_1_desktop/public/2025-02/47300345632_382b5a96af_UN%20Women_Amanda%20Voisard_1.jpg?itok=r2Ed6870 1x" type="image/jpeg" width="700" height="350"/><img loading="lazy" srcset="/sites/default/files/styles/2_1_desktop/public/2025-02/47300345632_382b5a96af_UN%20Women_Amanda%20Voisard_1.jpg?itok=r2Ed6870 1x" width="700" height="350" src="/sites/default/files/styles/2_1_desktop/public/2025-02/47300345632_382b5a96af_UN%20Women_Amanda%20Voisard_1.jpg?itok=r2Ed6870" alt="Woman sitting in on a conference" /></picture></a></div></div><div class="article__container"><div class="article__tags"><h6 class="article__tag text--condensed-bold-caps"><a href="/compactjournal?topics%5B252%5D=252">Gender</a></h6><h6 class="article__tag text--condensed-bold-caps"><a href="/compactjournal?topics%5B256%5D=256">SDG Integration</a></h6></div><div class="article__content"><h4 class="article__title"><a href="/compactjournal/advancing-gender-equality-action-and-progress-un-global-compact"><span>Advancing gender equality: Action and progress by the UN Global Compact </span></a></h4><div class="article__description text--lg"><div>Gender equality is a fundamental human right as much as an economic and social imperative. The United Nations Global Compact remains steadfast in its commitment to advancing Sustainable Development Goal 5 (SDG 5) — achieving gender equality and empowering all women and girls. We are driving meaningful change in workplaces, marketplaces and communities through strategic initiatives, partnerships and corporate engagement. </div></div></div><div class="article__info"><p class="article__date-type text--bold"> 20 Feb 2025 </p></div></div></div></div><div class="views-row"><div class="article article--blog_post article--teaser"><div class="article__image"><div><a href="/compactjournal/harnessing-power-ocean-call-action-sustainable-future"><picture><source srcset="/sites/default/files/styles/2_1_desktop/public/2025-02/pexels-kellie-churchman-371878-1001682.jpg.webp?itok=9LJ-4rwy 1x" type="image/webp" width="700" height="350"/><source srcset="/sites/default/files/styles/2_1_desktop/public/2025-02/pexels-kellie-churchman-371878-1001682.jpg?itok=9LJ-4rwy 1x" type="image/jpeg" width="700" height="350"/><img loading="lazy" srcset="/sites/default/files/styles/2_1_desktop/public/2025-02/pexels-kellie-churchman-371878-1001682.jpg?itok=9LJ-4rwy 1x" width="700" height="350" 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