Male Ally {noun}: a man who supports and advocates for gender equality, often through their position of power or influence.
Men as Allies: Working Together for Gender Equality
Women continue to face significant barriers at work. Creating a more inclusive and diverse workplace requires a concerted effort from everyone. Men have a critical role to play in breaking down the barriers and promoting gender balance. And they need proven methods to help them succeed.
Gender equality
benefits everyone
Gender equality benefits everyone as diverse teams are better at problem-solving and decision-making. Companies with gender diversity are also 21% more likely to experience above-average profitability.
Men still hold most
leadership positions
Men still hold most leadership positions as women make up just 38% of managers and 22% of C-suite executives. Therefore, male allies have a significant role to play in creating a more inclusive workplace.
Male allies can use their
privilege to effect change
Male allies can use their privilege to effect change by speaking up in support of female colleagues, advocating for policies that promote gender equality and supporting women's advancement.
Male allies can challenge
gender stereotypes
Gender stereotypes are pervasive and can have a real impact on women's career opportunities. Male allies can challenge these stereotypes and help create a more level playing field for everyone.
Allies in Action: How Men Can Help Advance Gender Equality at Work
One
Male Allies Improve Culture
Male allies can create a culture of inclusion and respect by actively supporting gender diversity initiatives and advocating for women's advancement. By doing so, they can help create a positive work environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and included.
Two
Male Allies
Reduce Bias
Unconscious bias is a major challenge in the workplace, and male allies can help reduce it by challenging stereotypes and advocating for fair treatment. When men speak up against sexism and bias, it can have a significant impact on reducing discrimination and improving workplace culture.
Three
Male Allies Mentor & Sponsor Women
Women often face a "sponsorship gap" where they lack access to senior leaders who can advocate for their careers. Male allies can help bridge this gap by mentoring and sponsoring women, advocating for their advancement, and creating opportunities for them to showcase their talents.
Four
Male Allies Improve Business Performance
Diverse teams have been shown to improve business performance, and male allies can contribute to creating more diverse teams at all levels of the organisation. By supporting gender equity and advocating for women's advancement, male allies can help create more diverse teams that perform better.
Five
Male Allies Create More Inclusive Workplaces
Creating a more inclusive workplace is not just about gender equality, but also about creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and valued. Male allies can help create this kind of workplace by promoting diversity and inclusivity, advocating for policies that support LGBTQ+ employees or employees from diverse cultural backgrounds, as well as gender equality.
Six
Male Allies Increase Retention & Recruitment
Women who have supportive male managers are more likely to stay at their jobs and aspire to be top executives. Male allies can provide the necessary support, mentorship, and sponsorship that can help retain female talent and improve gender diversity. They are also more likely to attract top talent by advocating for gender diversity, promoting diversity initiatives, and creating a welcoming and inclusive work environment.
Seven
Male Allies
Improve Gender Balance
Male allies can help create a more gender-balanced workplace by advocating for gender diversity and supporting the advancement of women. When men actively participate in diversity initiatives, the gender balance of the company's management team can improve.
Eight
Male Allies Increase Employee Engagement & Productivity
An inclusive culture can improve employee engagement and productivity. Companies that prioritize diversity and inclusion are six times more likely to be innovative and agile, according to a study by Deloitte. Male allies can contribute to creating an inclusive culture by supporting diversity initiatives and advocating for gender equity.
Nine
Male Allies
Improve Workplace Safety
Women often face harassment and discrimination in the workplace, and male allies can help make the workplace safer by speaking up against inappropriate behavior and advocating for a zero-tolerance policy. By doing so, they can help create a safe and respectful work environment for everyone.
Our Unique Model of Change
Creating gender balanced businesses, together.
Over the past 2 years, the award winning Women Rising program has empowered more than 6,700 women from 567 companies in 37 countries. We are now excited to introduce the Male Allies Program, designed to help men become effective allies in creating inclusive and gender-balanced workplaces.
Men play a crucial role in breaking down barriers, and this parallel program provides the necessary support and tools to empower men to use their privilege and influence to effect change, challenge bias and stereotypes, and create a workplace culture that values diversity, inclusivity and belonging. We've worked with hundreds of men with these proven tools, and we know this program, alongside the Women Rising program, will be the breakthrough you've been searching for when it comes to gender equality at work.
WOMEN RISING PROGRAM
The 4-month virtual program experience. Everything is included, and all women are welcome.
The Women Rising program empowers all women with an evidence-based curriculum, virtual community and expert coaching. Women receive lifetime access to all program materials. Open to all women, all roles, levels and industries.
MALE ALLIES PROGRAM
This 8-week Male Allies Program runs in parallel with the Women Rising Program. Open to all men seeking to be better allies.
The Male Allies program supports men who want to enhance their leadership, scale their sponsorship and be a more effective ally to women, including male leaders who have women in the Women Rising program.
Who Is the Program For?
The Male Allies program is designed for any man who is committed to improving the workplace for women and creating a more inclusive and supportive environment for all. It is ideal for managers, team leaders, and individual contributors who want to promote gender equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace.
Understand Challenges for Women in the Workplace
Through this program, men will have the opportunity to deepen their understanding of the workplace landscape for women, develop their leadership skills, and become effective mentors and sponsors. They will also gain insights into the challenges and experiences of women in the workplace, and learn how to be effective allies and advocates.
Commit to Creating Positive Change For Everyone
By committing to the Male Allies program, participants are taking a meaningful step towards building a more equitable and empowering workplace culture. They will develop the skills and knowledge needed to support women and promote diversity and inclusion in the workplace, ultimately creating a more supportive and empowering environment for everyone.
The Male Allies Program.
Giving men the knowledge, insights and coaching to be better supported on their male allies journey.
Program Curriculum
Male Allies Program Modules:
1. Strategies to become a more effective ally in supporting gender equity in the workplace.
2. Identifying and addressing the challenges that women face in the workplace, such as gender norms, double bind, and likability penalty.
3. Understanding the current landscape for women in the workplace.
4. Developing an awareness of and strategies to manage gender bias.
5. Learning effective techniques to mentor and sponsor women.
6. Enhancing your leadership skills through exploring topics such as leadership shadow and more.
Male Allies Coaching Playbook:
The program comes with a digital Male Allies Coaching Playbook that is the complete guide for supporting women on their professional journey. For any manager who has women going through the Women Rising program this is your essential guide to understanding their journey, the content they are learning and how to support them through your coaching and mentoring. The guide is also an invaluable resource for all male allies wanting to better understand women’s journeys and deepen their leadership capability.
- Includes 188 pages of lesson summaries, coaching questions, FAQ’s and resources.
Bonus content:
1. Understanding the vital role that confidence plays in women's leadership and career development.
2. Understanding modern leadership trends and the emergence of feminine traits as valuable leadership qualities.
3. Interviews with male allies and experts in the field of gender equity, gaining insight and inspiration from their experiences and perspectives.
4. A bonus lesson for men on managing wellbeing, energy and resilience.
| MALE ALLIES PROGRAM MARCH 2024 KEY DATES | |
|---|---|
| Registration Opens | 1 November 2023 |
| Early bird pricing ends | 2 February 2024 |
| Registration closes | 1 March 2024 |
| Program launch calls | First week of March 2024 |
| Program commencement | 11 March 2024 |
| Program closes | 3 May 2024 |
Investing for Success.
Mike Morgan, Senior Vice President and Managing Director APAC for Insight speaks about the impact that the Women Rising programs have had on the Insight business. Mike shares how their game-changing transformation came from including team members across the whole organisation in the Women Rising development journey.
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