Women currently constitute 48% of the global workforce, and yet, hold only 29% of leadership positions worldwide. In India, while significant progress has been made in women’s education and entrepreneurial ventures, their workforce participation is well short of the global average at just 37%.
The discussion underscores the transformative impact of gender diversity in leadership. Research shows that companies with higher female representation in leadership are 20% more likely to outperform competitors in profitability and 27% more likely to drive successful innovation. These figures reflect the invaluable contributions women bring to business and society.
Gender equality transcends social dimensions and holds substantial economic significance. Reports indicate that achieving gender parity could add an impressive $700 billion to India’s GDP by 2025.
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