Diversity & Inclusion News
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Black graduates twice as likely to be rejected for financial jobs, study says
Research from Black Talent Charter and Bain & Co. shows that the UK’s Black talent pipeline is strong, but racial inequality persists in the highest-paying sectors. "Our research suggests the adage is true: Black talent works twice as hard to get half as far,” said Laura Durrant, CEO of Black Talent Charter. “There’s strong representation at universities, studying the right courses, engaging with career opportunities, and applying in high numbers compared to peers, yet Black graduates still fall away during the process.”
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Pathways to finance for students of color
Greenwood Project lives its mission to support Black and Latino college students in pursuing careers in finance
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FIA diversity and inclusion efforts in 2023
FIA ensures that the topic of DEI stays on the agenda across all our events and puts its words into action through mentorship initiatives and other opportunities. Here are some of the highlights of FIA's DEI initiatives in 2023.
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How ZISHI is preparing students for the derivatives trading world
ZISHI, the former training arm of prop trading group OSTC, is working with a growing number of universities in the UK to provide undergraduate and postgraduate courses to prepare students for the financial trading world. Already supported by ICE and options market maker Mako Trading, ZISHI is looking for more firms in the derivatives industry to support its efforts as it advances in its mission to provide "financial education for all."
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CFTC's Johnson offers advice to Greenwood Project scholars
At an FIA event for Greenwood Project high school scholars, CFTC Commissioner Kristin N. Johnson shared her advice on building a strong professional foundation, navigating culture shock and the importance of sponsorship.
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Supporting women in leadership on their paths to success
Georgie Dickins, founder & CEO of Women in Leadership Global, discusses her work in leadership development and as a C-suite executive coach.
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IDX highlights DEI in the financial services industry
Clare Black, managing director at Streets Consulting, moderated a panel at FIA’s International Derivatives Expo (IDX) on 21 June titled Driving the DEI Agenda: How to Make a Real Difference in Your Organisation. Founder and Chair of the UK’s Black Talent Charter Harry Matovu KC and Deputy CEO at Leadership Through Sport & Business (LTSB) Pete Ward weighed in on DEI initiatives relating to two key issues: race and social mobility.
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Boca highlights sponsorship and DEI in the financial services industry
DTCC’s Keisha Bell outlines the steps firms should take to drive a culture of sponsorship and create a more equitable and inclusive workplace.
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FIA Diversity and Inclusion Efforts in 2022
FIA strongly believes in the importance of diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace and works to support and celebrate the diverse voices both within our trade association and the derivatives industry at large.
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Mariam Rafi, Citi
A conversation on International Women's Day - Mariam Rafi is global head of futures, clearing and FX prime brokerage product at Citi, where she has worked for 11 years. Prior to being appointed to the global role in 2021 she was the Americas head of clearing and FX PB.
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