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Welcome to the FINSIA's Gender Pay Gap Series, produced in collaboration between the Financial Services Institute of Australasia (FINSIA) and the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA).

This series aims to shed light on one of the key issues in the financial services sector: the gender pay gap. Through a comprehensive exploration of this critical topic, we seek to provide actionable insights, innovative solutions, and a deeper understanding of how we can collectively address this disparity.

Series Overview

The Gender Pay Gap Series features a collection of in-depth videos and discussions with each episode tackling different facets across Australia's finance sector based on WGEA's research, offering insights into current challenges, effective strategies, and the impact of recent initiatives.

In this exclusive interview, hear from Dr Samone McCurdy, Executive Manager of Capacity Building at WGEA, who shared valuable insights with Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Council Chair Natalie Yan-Chatonsky SA FIN into the gender pay gap within the financial services industry.

During the interview, we explored:

  • The real implications of the gender pay gap in financial services.
  • Lessons learned from other sectors that have successfully narrowed the gap.
  • Innovative and resource-efficient strategies to future-proof our organisations and make them inspiring workplaces.

 

This engaging conversation offered a deep dive into the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead for financial services firms aiming to foster greater gender equality.

Get Involved

We invite you to watch the series, engage with the content, and contribute to the conversation. Your involvement is crucial in advancing gender equity and driving positive change within the finance sector.

Watch the Series Now and join us in the journey towards a more equitable financial services industry.

For more information, updates, and resources on the gender pay gap, visit WGEA.

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A Deep Dive into the Gender Pay Gap in Finance

Gain a comprehensive understanding of the gender pay gap within the financial sector. This episode analyses the latest data and insights from the WGEA report, focusing on why the financial services industry continues to struggle with pay disparity despite ongoing diversity and inclusion efforts.

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The Finance Workforce Gender Divide in Australia

Explore the stark gender divide in the Australian finance workforce. This episode examines recent statistics and trends, providing a detailed view of the current landscape and the ongoing challenges in achieving gender equality within the sector.

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Addressing the Gender Pay Gap: Cross-Industry Solutions

In this episode, we explore how various industries are addressing the gender pay gap with innovative solutions and strategies. This cross-industry perspective provides valuable insights into effective practices that can be adapted to the financial services sector.

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Breaking Barriers: The Future of Gender Equity in Finance

This episode delves into the future of gender equity in the finance sector, highlighting how FINSIA and WGEA are collaborating to drive meaningful change. Discover the trends and actionable insights shaping a more inclusive environment for women and underrepresented groups in finance.

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Exploring the Generational Change in the Australian Finance Sector

Understand how different generations are shaping the future of finance in Australia. This episode examines the evolving dynamics between seasoned professionals and new talent, highlighting key trends and shifts that impact equitable change in the finance industry. Discover how generational perspectives and expectations are influencing the sector's approach to diversity and inclusion.

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Rethinking the Gender Divide in Finance: Insights from WGEA

Tune in to gain valuable perspectives on how these organisations are rethinking gender equality and driving forward a more inclusive finance sector. Learn about WGEA's approach and how it aligns with FINSIA’s initiatives to create lasting change in the industry.

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About

Founder

Natalie Yan-Chatonsky SA FIN

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Natalie is an experienced product innovation leader, social impact entrepreneur and trained designer who connects the dots between ideas, business and people. Natalie is also an advocate for diversity and inclusion in the workforce, including gender equality, cultural inclusion and closing the generational divide in the workforce. She is a social entrepreneur, advocate in the longevity economy and co-founder of Full Time Lives. Her enterprise collaborates with organisations to enable experienced professionals build meaningful, healthy and connected lives after full time work.
Capacity Building Executive Manager

Dr Samone McCurdy

Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA)
Samone is an experienced gender equality strategist, researcher and change management professional with expertise in gender equality programming, strategy and gender attuned leadership capability development. She has post graduate qualifications in psychology and social work and holds a certificate in Gender Mainstreaming from the Civil Service College (London) where she studied under the Hon. Meg Munn - former Minister for Women in the Blair Government (2005-2007). Samone has published research and analysis on a range of gendered workplace drivers including paid parental leave, flexible work practices and gendered workplace harm such as sexual harassment and workplace incivility.