It's not quite 45% but I have recently become aware of the 30% Club in the UK - http://30percentclub.org.
"The 30% Club launched in the UK in 2010 with a goal of achieving a minimum of 30% women on FTSE-100 boards - currently the figure stand at 26.1% up from 12.5%. Accelerated progress has been achieved through the leadership of our member Chairs and CEOs. In addition to the critical recognition that better gender balance leads to better results, five factors created a replicable formula for success:
- a measurable goal with a defined timetable
- political consensus that the status quo was unacceptable
- change driven by those in power
- openness to collaborate
- a concerted and consistent series of actions and programmes, from schoolrooms to boardrooms."
Although its not quite 45% they have made fantastic progress so far but its not enough yet. This will make a huge difference for the FTSE-100 boards and would therefore have a positive global impact.
Its not yet equal but its a start, make 30% club a global phenomenon - a foundation to build a more equal and just Global society.
