Bahrain Bourse “Rings the Bell for Gender Equality”

TDT | Manama

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Bahrain Bourse (BHB), a self-regulated multi-asset marketplace, has joined 188 global exchanges in the annual United Nations Ring the Bell for Gender Equality initiative, which took place virtually in conjunction with the celebration of International Women’s Day yesterday.

The initiative featured key executive females in leadership positions from several listed companies as well as other key stakeholders and showcased how participants from key stakeholders are actively pursuing their efforts to promote gender equality within their organizations.

Narjes Jamal, Chief Operating Officer at Bahrain Bourse and Head of Gender Equality Committee, commented: “We believe that diversity and inclusion promotes a healthy workplace environment and ensures a more inclusive decision-making process.”

“The percentage of women working at Bahrain Bourse is 42%, which is a very strong representation of females within the workplace,” Narjes added.

The virtual event is being held for the 8th consecutive year globally.

This year, the UN’s International Women's Day is themed: “Gender equality today for a sustainable tomorrow”, recognizing the contribution of females around the world, who are leading the charge on climate change adaptation, mitigation, and response.