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Real-world engagement – better policy-making, Gender Balance Index
Tuesday 10 March 2020 – Vol.11 Ed.11.1
Commentary: Real-world engagement, better policies
By Carolyn Wilkins in Ottawa
The case for diversity and inclusion in central banks is clear. Central bank leaders recognise that welcoming diverse views at the table leads to improved policy outcomes. There are two examples at the Bank of Canada that illustrate perfectly the benefits of diversity and inclusion for policy-makers. First, the Bank undertakes a strategic review of its policy framework every five years, and is engaging with a wide range of interests, from students to seniors, from poverty advocates to labour representatives.
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Gender Balance Index
Report: Gender Balance Index
Central banks and other financial institutions are implementing measures to improve gender diversity within their ranks, but still count too few women in senior roles. The Gender Balance Index tracks the presence of men and women in senior positions at central banks, sovereign funds and public pension funds. To complement the index, OMFIF conducted a global survey of 46 institutions. The first of its kind, this survey asked what measures institutions have in place to help correct gender imbalance and promote diversity and inclusion.
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