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INSIDE HR | STORIES Gender inequality in the workplace: A lack Of wol Christina Pavlou Contributor it was March 5, 2018, when Frances Mcdormand during her Oscar acceptance speech for Best Actress sent a powerful message: women have ideas and, to put those ideas into action, they need a seat at the table. This message goes beyond Hollywood and the film industry; women in the workplace today should be equal with their male colleagues. And it's not just about representation for the sake of it; it's not about striking gender balance in numerical terms. Of course, that's a good start. But, to elaborate on Mcdormand's point, what's even more important is to bring gender balance in leadership roles, in the decision-making process and in the strategic part of the business. With International Women's Day just around the corner, now seems like the perfect time to further the discussion on gender balance, particularly in leadership. Every year, on March 8, the rights of women in education, equal pay and fair treatment at work are assessed worldwide. And while the battle against gender inequality in the workplace is not a one-day event, this day is still a good opportunity to assess where we stand right now, what has changed from this time last year and previous years, and where we can improve