Chambers host forum to celebrate women
The Australian and British Chambers of Commerce in Macau yesterday joined forces to host a panel debate discussing ‘Embrace Equity’ for International Women’s Day.
Building on the 2023 International Women’s Day theme of ‘Embrace Equity’, the panel comprised of a line up of leaders from organizations in Macau that have seen the implications of gender equity including Jingbo Huang, director of the United Nations University Research Institute in Macau; Joanna Tam, a palliative care nurse; and Michelle Garnaut Ao, founder and CEO of M Restaurant Group.
AustCham chairman and Multi-Property vice pesident of Sheraton Grand Macao and The St. Regis Macao Janet McNab acknowledged that gender equity is both a fundamental human right, and a solution to some of our greatest global challenges.
“There is a gender problem that needs to be fixed, and whilst the battle is far from over, days like today help us remind ourselves that the challenges and obstacles that women face will always evolve and we need input from women if we are to overcome them,” said McNab.
“Despite the challenges and ever-changing business landscape, we need to lead by example, sustain and build on the gains made in senior leadership and strengthen efforts at every level within the organisation,” she added.
The proceeds of the International Women’s Day event of MOP70,000 will be donated to the Good Shepherd Sisters to support their work, uplifting the welfare of women and girls, especially those marginalised by society. Staff Reporter
