50-30

What You’ll Learn

Training that is tailored for both aspiring leaders and those in leadership roles, offering essential tools and strategies to promote inclusive leadership and deepen knowledge in gender equity, diversity, and inclusion. Although developed with the Co-operative model as an example, the teachings apply across all sectors.

Training is FREE for all 50 – 30 Challenge Participants

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Stream 1: GEDI Training for Leaders and Board Members

This training is for leaders looking to advance Gender Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (GEDI) practices in their organizations to foster more inclusive spaces.

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Stream 2: Inclusive Leadership Training for Equity-Deserving Groups

Designed for women leaders aiming for board roles or senior leadership positions, it offers the opportunity to elevate leadership skills and drive impactful change.

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Stream 3: Practical Application of the What Works Toolkit

The What Works Toolkit (WWTK) identifies resources and strategies for effectively advancing and implementing GEDI initiatives.

The Women’s Economic Council is a proud ecosystem partner with the Government of Canada’s 50 – 30 Challenge initiative funded by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED).

Participants Reported

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They would recommend the training

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Feeling equipped to implement GEDI principl

77%

confidence in sustaining conversations on GED

Frequently Asked Questions

Please check the FAQ. If you have any further questions.

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Is there a deadline to achieve 50/30 goals?

No, there is no deadline. This initiative is meant to live on.

Are there penalties if my company does not achieve its 50/30 goals?

There are no penalties. Continuous learning is a big part of the GEDI (Gender, Equality,u003cbru003eDiversity, and Inclusion) journey. These transformations do not happen overnight. It all starts with taking the first step.

What is the process for signing up to the Challenge?

The process is quite easy. You can go to the website and fill out the form. Next, you can access the online resources and post on social media platforms that you are part of the challenge to inspire more organizations to join the momentum and start working towards more inclusive, equitable organizatosn and communities.

What if I couldn’t meet the Challenge’s targets?

This is a learning opportunity and a journey of discovery. Your goal is to begin, make progress and when you encounter challenges get the support you need to work through them and move on. The WEC 50-30 Challenge project is especially designed to help organizations engage more women on their boards, in leadership and senior management, especially women from equity deserving groups.

What are the next steps after signing in for the Challenge?

– Check out the What Works Toolkit and take the Accelerating Inclusion Program.

If we have already met the 50 and the 30, what would our goal be in joining the Challenge?

If you’ve reached the goals, join the Challenge to celebrate your achievement and inspire others in your network to follow suit. Remember that diversity, equity, and inclusion are ongoing efforts. Keep building a more inclusive workplace by continuously improving HR policies, fostering leadership commitment, and tracking progress..

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