Black Women in Leadership Network

📣 The BWIL Survey is out now! We're delighted to share the findings of the study we commissioned in 2021 on Black women's experiences in the U.K. workplace. Read it here ➡️ bit.ly/3BBYtHI

What does the future hold for board diversity? If the situation is far from 'job done' with regard to #GenderDiversity, it is even more unacceptable on #EthnicDiversity. We look at the latest @FTSEWomenLeader report & @BWIL_Network new report >> bit.ly/3hzj06z

"We cannot afford to continue losing great talent because of racially related unfair treatment. It does the U.K. a massive disservice and annuls efforts to remain competitive in global markets." – @YeWanDae 👉 bit.ly/3KxhFd7 #BreakTheBias #BWILSurvey

Almost half of black women working in white-collar jobs believe they will be overlooked for promotion. ow.ly/f8r950HYvXJ

Employers have been urged to do more to address the ‘structural and cultural barriers’ that perpetuate inequality at work #HRnews peoplemanagement.co.uk/news/articles/…

In a survey of 250 professional Black women across various industries, Two thirds (68%) reported experiencing racial bias at work. This figure rose to 84% of Black women in senior management positions: metro.co.uk/2022/02/22/hal…

Following on from the The report, conducted by non-profit organisation BWIL (Black Women in Leadership) Network This simple diagram shared by Maria Rooney shows how the ending needs to change. Real transformational change or this cycle won’t end and the…lnkd.in/dUVjsJwE

📢 Board-level opportunity: Florence Nightingale Foundation is seeking a new trustee with experience in finance to join the board, providing leadership and helping to shape the future of the foundation. Get more information and apply here: lnkd.in/dKJbZW3

"I didn't need to be given the earth; what I needed was an opportunity." - Caroline Flanagan [@flan_caroline]

We are inspired by Caroline Flanagan's [@flan_caroline] incredible story of resilience, strength and leadership. Grab your copy of 'Be The First': amzn.to/3ixniNO

We're live now, with Caroline Flanagan [@flan_caroline]. You can watch the livestream via YouTube: youtu.be/xyZXkT9RN8w #BWILNetwork

🕓 We're counting down to the BWIL Network virtual reading of 'Be The First' by Caroline Flanagan. ➡️ Secure your place and sign up now: bit.ly/34Jz5QE 📹 Discover what inspired Caroline to write the book: lnkd.in/dZndgcb

Join us for a live and interactive virtual reading event with Caroline Flanagan (@flan_caroline), author of 'Be The First' and certified coach. Caroline is committed to increasing diversity and inclusion in decision-making positions. Sign up here: lnkd.in/dkv4Zir

We caught up with Dr Paula Franklin, @Bupa's Chief Medical Officer, to discuss her long career in healthcare. She shared tips for dealing with setbacks and seizing opportunities. Watch the full interview: bit.ly/3b1OTSo #WomeninLeadership

Thanks to those who have completed our Annual Survey since the launch. Please continue to share the link with your colleagues. PS: Anyone can fill in the survey. The data we collect will enable us to be valuable advocates for black women in the workplace. bit.ly/3lb6P0S

Happy #IWD2021! We're on a mission to increase the representation of black women in leadership and decision-making positions across the UK. Join the community today, and tell us what you #choosetochallenge: bwilnetwork.org

The survey aims to examine the race and gender-related challenges faced primarily by black women in the workplace. BUT advancing diversity and inclusion is a collaborative effort, so we need the help of our colleagues from all backgrounds. bit.ly/3syfnRM

The BWIL Annual Survey is live! We invite all professionals working in the UK to complete our survey and help us measure sentiments on progress towards a more diverse and inclusive workplace. Find out more and share with colleagues: bwilnetwork.org/f/bwil-annual-… #DiversityandInclusion

Hearty congratulations to Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala [@NOIweala] on her appointment as Director-General of the World Trade Organization [@wto]. We wish her all the best as she embarks on this momentous journey in her career. wto.org/english/news_e…

"Providing opportunities for Black women to be better represented in an array of fields expands and enriches our national competitive edge in the global economy." fortune.com/2021/02/03/bla…