L.O Presentation 2

[Virtual Presenter] Jethro Moodley 10E1 Gender equity.

[Audio] Introduction to Gender Equity: Good morning, today we'll look at an important workplace issue gender equity. While our company is committed to fairness, there are still gaps in opportunity and representation between genders. Gender equity means making sure that everyone, regardless of gender, gets fair access to opportunities, support, and growth. It's not just about being fair it's about creating a workplace where everyone can thrive. "Gender Equity = Fair Opportunities for All".

[Audio] Constitutional Right to Equality: Did you know equality is a constitutional right? For example, in South Africa, the Constitution Section 9 shields: "Everyone is equal before the law and has the right to equal protection and benefit of the law." That means no one should be treated unjustly on grounds of gender, race, or any other basis. Your dignity, equal treatment, and equal opportunity in the workplace are all ensured by the Constitution..

[Audio] Equity vs Equality: How is equity different from equality? Equality is treating everyone alike. Equity is giving people what they need to get the same outcome. Consider this: giving everyone the same sized shoes (equality) doesn't help very much if people have feet of different sizes. Equity considers individuals' unique needs so that the outcome really is just. In the workplace, equity might be giving extra mentoring or help where needed..

[Audio] Understanding the Gender: Even with progress, gender gaps persist in most corporations: Women are sometimes paid less for the same work Fewer women are leaders Many are subject to unconscious bias, and some are excluded from training or promotion opportunities These are not just "women's issues" they impact everyone by cutting productivity, trust, and team success..

[Audio] Benefits of Gender Equality: Businesses that foster gender equality experience tangible benefits: Increased performance and innovation Improved employee satisfaction and retention More creativity and teamwork Studies have shown that more diverse teams make better decisions and produce stronger results. In brief: workplace equality makes businesses more efficient and effective regardless of the gender..

[Audio] Strategies to Improve Gender Equity: So, what is the path ahead to improve gender equity in our company? Here are some key strategies: Bias training for everyone on staff Equitable pay audits and transparent salary bands Flexible working practices that work for both men and women Mentor programs for underrepresented groups Systems for reporting discrimination or harassment Together, we can create a workplace where everyone has a chance to succeed and grow, on a level playing field..

[Audio] Acting on gender equity begins with awareness, respect, and action. Thanks for watching. Let's keep creating a more inclusive workplace for all..