In the contemporary landscape of business and leadership, the metaphorical “glass ceiling” remains a significant barrier preventing women from reaching top-tier positions despite their qualifications and capabilities. This invisible barrier reflects deep-seated systemic issues, including unconscious biases, lack of mentorship, and organisational cultures that inadvertently favour male leadership. While progress has been made over the decades, with women increasingly entering the workforce and attaining higher education levels, their representation in senior leadership roles remains disproportionately low.
In 2023, women held only 28% of senior management positions globally, and a mere 8% of Fortune 500 companies had female CEOs. These stark figures underscore the urgent need for targeted strategies to dismantle these barriers and create genuinely inclusive leadership opportunities.
By implementing the measures, businesses can not only enhance gender equality but also unlock substantial economic and performance benefits.
Asian Woman Leadership 