WELCOME TO THE WOMEN IN BUSINESS READING LIST
This is a curated collection of resources that have informed and inspired members of the ACCJ Women in Business Committee.
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Womenomics
This section covers the goal of increasing the number of women in high-ranking positions in firms, including articles on female managers and executives, the role of women on boards and management, and opportunities of career advancement and promotion for women.
Working Mothers
This section covers a wide range of topics concerning working mothers in the workforce such as balancing child care and raising children, various maternity issues, utilizing flexible working arrangements, and finding ways to outsource household duties.
Issues Regarding Gender
The section on gender issues details the problems of gender disparity in the Japanese workplace. This section includes articles about gender bias in the workplace, problems dealing with harassment, and perspectives outlining the role of men in promoting diversity.
Government Responses
This section covers the actions and steps taken by the governments of Japan and other countries. This section includes articles about legislation in Japan dealing with promoting women in business, in addition to articles detailing women in business in other countries.
Cultural & Social Issues
This section includes articles about the impact of gender in the working culture in Japan, in addition to the rising issues of Japan's aging society causing increasing pressures on elderly care and the nation's decreasing population caused by a low birthrate and fertility rate.
