Intersectional discrimination, banking sector, women empowerment, diversity inclusion, Belgian labor market, non-Caucasian women, career advancement, workplace discrimination
This document examines the influence of intersectional discrimination on women's career advancement in the Belgian banking sector, highlighting the experiences of non-Caucasian women and proposing suggestions for improvement.
[...] *Are there mechanisms to report discriminatory acts? Do you consider them effective? *What could you propose to your company to better fight against this social scourge? *It is commonly said in public opinion that some of these diversity initiatives are often 'cosmetic measures'. What is your point of view? *What role should victims, managers, or policies play in fighting this issue sustainably, in your opinion? Challenge and challenges 6. What are the main challenges you face on a daily basis in the context of promoting equity for women, particularly those from minority groups? [...]
[...] Y., Beus, J. M., & Joseph, D. L. (2018). Workplace discrimination : A meta-analysis of the relationship between workplace discrimination and employee outcomes.-analytic extension, critique, and future research agenda.Personnel Psychology, 71(2), 147-179. - Jones, K. P., Sabat, I. E., King, E. B., Ahmad, A., McCausland, T. C. et Chen, T., ? Isms and Schisms: A Meta-analysis of the Prejudice/discrimination Relationship Across Racism, Sexism, and Ageism Journal of Organizational Behavior, vol n° p. 1076-1110 - Karahan, H., & Tugsuz, N. [...]
[...] As it can be intentional and implicit, employees often lack sufficient evidence to prove appearance-based physical discrimination.Karahan et Tugsuz, 2021). Women are often confronted with unwanted insistence on appearanceAmadieu et Roy ; Jones et al., 2017). All workplace discriminations are a source of stress and tension for employeesVerhaeghe et al., 2023), as well as feelings of marginalization (Dhanani et al., 2018). The study by Quillian et al. (2017) reveals that, despite the existence of a known legal framework, the level the level of discrimination based on skin color has not decreased since 1989. [...]
[...] Handling Complaints and Conflicts Regarding Discrimination 4. How has your company defined its anti-discrimination policy? Are these tools being used? *Have you already conducted internal audit or investigation missions on career inequalities? *Is your company a member of networks or mentorship programs dedicated to gender equality and minorities? If not, why? *Are there quotas or numbers to promote the representation of these two categories in leadership positions? Organizational and Social Solutions Against Discrimination 5.Do you think your company/Belgian society handles diversity and inclusion issues sufficiently? [...]
[...] Regarding the Belgian context, much remains to be done in this regard. In 2013, a pay gap of was noted between men and women in financial accounting professions, which is slightly lower than the pay gap of 10% in other professions.2 Similarly, in the latest report by Unia (2024)3, racial, disability criteria are the main sources of discrimination. Patrick Charlier, the Director, explains that «Foreign origin individuals with a degree do not benefit or benefit much less from the effect that a degree can have»4. [...]
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