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Female representation in Leadership - Jayme da Costa
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Promoter Information:
Name: Jayme da Costa (JdC)
Email: jaymedacosta@jaymedacosta.pt
Website: https://www.jaymedacosta.pt/
Abstract:
Despite operating in an industry traditionally dominated by men, Jayme da Costa is committed to combating gender stereotypes and promoting a culture of equality and inclusion. Currently, 21% of the company’s workforce are women, a notable figure in the technology sector. Even more significantly, the company has achieved strong representation of women in leadership and team management roles, underscoring its commitment to gender diversity at the decision-making level. Key Objectives: The company’s primary goal is to foster a culture of equality and non-discrimination, challenging long-standing gender prejudices and providing equal opportunities for all employees. This includes: Promoting equal opportunities in recruitment, professional advancement, and leadership roles. Offering career development through training opportunities to ensure equitable growth for both women and men. Encouraging work-life balance to create a supportive environment that enables all employees to thrive professionally and personally. Main Initiatives: Leadership Representation: Jayme da Costa has focused on increasing the representation of women in leadership and decision-making positions, including its Board of Directors. This reflects the company's dedication to gender parity and ensures that diverse voices are represented at the highest levels of decision-making. Career Development and Training: The company provides equal access to training programs designed to support the professional growth of all employees. These programs are aimed at empowering women in particular to advance in a traditionally male-dominated industry, offering them the skills and confidence needed to take on leadership roles. Equal Opportunity Policies: Jayme da Costa has implemented robust policies to promote equality across all levels of the organization. These policies focus on eliminating gender bias in recruitment, career progression, and salary structures, ensuring that women and men are given equal opportunities to succeed. Work-Life Balance Support: The company recognizes the importance of balancing professional and personal responsibilities and has introduced policies that support flexible working conditions, helping to create an environment where both women and men can pursue leadership opportunities without sacrificing personal well-being. Target Group: The initiatives at Jayme da Costa are designed to benefit both qualified women and men, with a particular focus on creating pathways for women to advance in leadership roles within the company. Key Outcomes: Increased representation of women in decision-making positions, including on the Board of Directors, demonstrating the company’s commitment to gender parity at the leadership level. A workforce more reflective of gender diversity, particularly in a sector where women have traditionally been underrepresented. A culture of inclusivity that promotes equal opportunities for career growth and leadership for all employees, regardless of gender. By actively working to dismantle gender stereotypes and foster an environment of equality, Jayme da Costa is setting a strong example for the technology industry. Its focus on training, equal opportunity policies, and work-life balance ensures that both women and men can achieve professional success while contributing to a more diverse and innovative workforce.
Keywords:
leadership, equity, equality, responsibility, management
Dates:
None - None
Source Specificity:
Initiative/Practice/Project/Programme/Case Studies
Website:
https://www.jaymedacosta.pt/
Power Domains:
Economic
Methods Tools:
Gender Training, Competence development, Awareness-raising
Country:
PT
City:
National
Implementation Scale:
national
Language:
Portuguese
Other Links:
Female Leadership https://liderancanofeminino.org/a-equidade-de-genero-nas-empresas-portuguesas
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