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Yahoo
14-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Equality Rings Out Around the World as Stock Exchanges Join Forces in a Stand for LGBTIQ+ Inclusion
GENEVA and NEW YORK, May 14, 2025 /CNW/ -- In a landmark series of events affirming the rights and dignity of all individuals, stock exchanges around the world are coming together this month for the inaugural Ring the Bell for LGBTIQ+ Equality initiative. Held in May to support the observance of the long-standing International Day against Homophobia, Biphobia, and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT), the new initiative underscores a shared global commitment to advancing the equal rights, economic inclusion, and protection of LGBTIQ+ individuals. The initiative convenes a diverse coalition of leaders from stock exchanges, civil society, governments, and market participants to raise awareness of the importance of creating inclusive and equitable economic environments for all, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression or sex characteristics. Organised by a coalition of global partners all committed to this mission, including the UN Global Compact, UN Human Rights (OHCHR), UN Sustainable Stock Exchanges initiative (UN SSE) and Koppa - The LGBTI+ Economic Power Lab. Ring the Bell for LGBTIQ+ Equality mirrors the success of similar campaigns, such as the annual Ring the Bell for Gender Equality initiative. This marks the first time stock exchanges have collectively sounded the opening or closing bell in a coordinated show of support for the equal rights of LGBTIQ+ people in the workplace and broader society. A Global Unifying Call 15 stock exchanges across 14 countries are taking part in the initiative, including ASX (Australia), Bolsa Mexicana (Mexico), Cboe (USA), Deutsche Börse (Germany), Euronext Group (Belgium, Denmark, France, Ireland, Italy, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, UK), LSEG (UK), Toronto (Canada). Each exchange has or will be hosting a ceremonial bell ringing accompanied by remarks from exchange leaders, civil society representatives, issuers, investors, and other market participants. These messages emphasize the ongoing need for progress and concrete action to support economic equality and inclusion for all, including LGBTIQ+ individuals. A Powerful Call to Action This global bell-ringing is more than a symbolic gesture - it is a powerful call to action. As institutions and companies work to build more inclusive cultures, Ring the Bell for LGBTIQ+ Equality aims to catalyze leadership accountability, implement tangible policy improvements such as the promotions of inclusive workplace policies and legal protections, and support meaningful cultural change. "In 2015, just seven pioneering exchanges joined our first Ring the Bell for Gender Equality event and within a few years, it was a global phenomenon involving well over 100 exchanges. So today we're proud to be part of a new annual tradition with a new group of pioneering exchanges who are standing up to support equality and human rights for the LGBTIQ+ community," said Anthony Miller, Chief Coordinator, UN SSE. "Making sure no one faces stigma and discrimination, including in the workplace, is not only the right thing to do – it benefits everyone. We're proud to be partnering with stock exchanges, business and civil society to advance equality and human rights for all – LGBTIQ+ people included!" said Volker Türk, United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights. "Stigma and discrimination have no place in business or society. The private sector has a clear responsibility to eliminate these barriers, ensuring dignity and equal opportunities for LGBTIQ+ people everywhere. By ringing the bell for LGBTIQ+ equality, stock exchanges and listed companies are sending a powerful signal that inclusion isn't just good ethics—it's good business," said Sanda Ojiambo, CEO and Executive Director, UN Global Compact. "The participation of international stock exchanges in the inaugural 'Ring the Bell for LGBTI Equality' sends a powerful message: the private sector has both a responsibility and an opportunity to advance LGBTI+ rights. Around the world, LGBTI+ people remain disproportionately affected by poverty, and their economic empowerment must be a priority. At Koppa, we believe equality is not just a value — it's an investment in shared prosperity," said Fabrice Houdart, Partner, Koppa: The LGBTI+ Economic Power Lab. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE United Nations Global Compact View original content to download multimedia: Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Cision Canada
14-05-2025
- Business
- Cision Canada
Equality Rings Out Around the World as Stock Exchanges Join Forces in a Stand for LGBTIQ+ Inclusion
GENEVA and NEW YORK, May 14, 2025 /CNW/ -- In a landmark series of events affirming the rights and dignity of all individuals, stock exchanges around the world are coming together this month for the inaugural Ring the Bell for LGBTIQ+ Equality initiative. Held in May to support the observance of the long-standing International Day against Homophobia, Biphobia, and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT), the new initiative underscores a shared global commitment to advancing the equal rights, economic inclusion, and protection of LGBTIQ+ individuals. The initiative convenes a diverse coalition of leaders from stock exchanges, civil society, governments, and market participants to raise awareness of the importance of creating inclusive and equitable economic environments for all, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression or sex characteristics. Organised by a coalition of global partners all committed to this mission, including the UN Global Compact, UN Human Rights (OHCHR), UN Sustainable Stock Exchanges initiative (UN SSE) and Koppa - The LGBTI+ Economic Power Lab. Ring the Bell for LGBTIQ+ Equality mirrors the success of similar campaigns, such as the annual Ring the Bell for Gender Equality initiative. This marks the first time stock exchanges have collectively sounded the opening or closing bell in a coordinated show of support for the equal rights of LGBTIQ+ people in the workplace and broader society. A Global Unifying Call 15 stock exchanges across 14 countries are taking part in the initiative, including ASX (Australia), Bolsa Mexicana (Mexico), Cboe (USA), Deutsche Börse (Germany), Euronext Group (Belgium, Denmark, France, Ireland, Italy, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, UK), LSEG (UK), Toronto (Canada). Each exchange has or will be hosting a ceremonial bell ringing accompanied by remarks from exchange leaders, civil society representatives, issuers, investors, and other market participants. These messages emphasize the ongoing need for progress and concrete action to support economic equality and inclusion for all, including LGBTIQ+ individuals. A Powerful Call to Action This global bell-ringing is more than a symbolic gesture - it is a powerful call to action. As institutions and companies work to build more inclusive cultures, Ring the Bell for LGBTIQ+ Equality aims to catalyze leadership accountability, implement tangible policy improvements such as the promotions of inclusive workplace policies and legal protections, and support meaningful cultural change. "In 2015, just seven pioneering exchanges joined our first Ring the Bell for Gender Equality event and within a few years, it was a global phenomenon involving well over 100 exchanges. So today we're proud to be part of a new annual tradition with a new group of pioneering exchanges who are standing up to support equality and human rights for the LGBTIQ+ community," said Anthony Miller, Chief Coordinator, UN SSE. "Making sure no one faces stigma and discrimination, including in the workplace, is not only the right thing to do – it benefits everyone. We're proud to be partnering with stock exchanges, business and civil society to advance equality and human rights for all – LGBTIQ+ people included!" said Volker Türk, United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights. "Stigma and discrimination have no place in business or society. The private sector has a clear responsibility to eliminate these barriers, ensuring dignity and equal opportunities for LGBTIQ+ people everywhere. By ringing the bell for LGBTIQ+ equality, stock exchanges and listed companies are sending a powerful signal that inclusion isn't just good ethics—it's good business," said Sanda Ojiambo, CEO and Executive Director, UN Global Compact. "The participation of international stock exchanges in the inaugural 'Ring the Bell for LGBTI Equality' sends a powerful message: the private sector has both a responsibility and an opportunity to advance LGBTI+ rights. Around the world, LGBTI+ people remain disproportionately affected by poverty, and their economic empowerment must be a priority. At Koppa, we believe equality is not just a value — it's an investment in shared prosperity," said Fabrice Houdart, Partner, Koppa: The LGBTI+ Economic Power Lab.
Trade Arabia
23-03-2025
- Business
- Trade Arabia
Bahrain Bourse joins global exchanges to ring the bell for gender equality
Bahrain Bourse (BHB), a licensed exchange by the Central Bank of Bahrain, participated in the annual United Nations 'Ring the Bell for Gender Equality' initiative in conjunction with the celebration of International Women's Day yesterday (March 8), thus marking its seventh consecutive year of participation. The initiative, now in its 11th year with the theme, 'Ring the Bell for ALL Women and Girls: Rights. Equality. Empowerment,' is a collaborative effort between the International Finance Corporation (IFC), the Sustainable Stock Exchanges (UN SSE) initiative, the UN Global Compact, UN Women, and the World Federation of Exchanges (WFE). It aims to highlight the importance of advancing gender equality and empowering women across the workplace, marketplace, and community. Bahrain Bourse said it joined 116 global exchanges and clearing houses to honour the occasion with a week of bell-ringing activities. The bourse's participation is consistent with its broader commitment to fostering gender equality and empowering women within the capital markets sector. This year's initiative engaged both male and female employees at BHB, underscoring the importance of gender parity within the organization and across the industry, it stated. On the key initiative CEO Shaikh Khalifa bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa said: "Bahrain Bourse is proud to consistently participate in the United Nations 'Ring the Bell for Gender Equality' initiative, reaffirming its commitment to empowering women across the financial sector." "By supporting initiatives like this, we emphasize the critical role of diverse perspectives in driving growth and innovation within the industry while advancing the UN Sustainable Development Goal 5 for a more inclusive and sustainable future," he stated. In line with its sustainability action plan, Bahrain Bourse has consistently introduced and supported initiatives that promote gender diversity. During last year's event, BHB launched the Board Mentorship Program in collaboration with the Bahrain Institute of Banking and Finance (BIBF), aimed at cultivating board-ready candidates through a specialized training program. Similarly, during the 2023 ceremony, BHB announced its endorsement of the UN Women Empowerment Principles (WEP), joining over 7,000 global signatories in a voluntary commitment to advancing gender inclusion in the workplace and beyond, said the statement. Notably, in 2019, Bahrain Bourse announced its voluntary commitment to the United Nations Sustainable Stock Exchanges (SSE) initiative to promote sustainable and transparent capital markets as part of its sustainability journey, it added.
Biz Bahrain
10-03-2025
- Business
- Biz Bahrain
Bahrain Bourse ‘Rings the Bell for Gender Equality' for the 7th year in a row
Bahrain Bourse (BHB), a licensed exchange by the Central Bank of Bahrain, participated in the annual United Nations 'Ring the Bell for Gender Equality' initiative in conjunction with the celebration of International Women's Day on March 8, 2025, marking its seventh consecutive year of participation. Bahrain Bourse joined 116 global exchanges and clearing houses to honor the occasion with a week of bell-ringing activities. The initiative, now in its 11th year with the theme, 'Ring the Bell for ALL Women and Girls: Rights. Equality. Empowerment,' is a collaborative effort between the International Finance Corporation (IFC), the Sustainable Stock Exchanges (UN SSE) initiative, the UN Global Compact, UN Women, and the World Federation of Exchanges (WFE). It aims to highlight the importance of advancing gender equality and empowering women across the workplace, marketplace, and community. Bahrain Bourse's participation is consistent with its broader commitment to fostering gender equality and empowering women within the capital markets sector. This year's initiative engaged both male and female employees at BHB, underscoring the importance of gender parity within the organization and across the industry. Shaikh Khalifa bin Ebrahim Al-Khalifa, Chief Executive Officer of Bahrain Bourse, commented, 'Bahrain Bourse is proud to consistently participate in the United Nations 'Ring the Bell for Gender Equality' initiative, reaffirming its commitment to empowering women across the financial sector. By supporting initiatives like this, we emphasize the critical role of diverse perspectives in driving growth and innovation within the industry while advancing the UN Sustainable Development Goal 5 for a more inclusive and sustainable future.' In line with its sustainability action plan, Bahrain Bourse has consistently introduced and supported initiatives that promote gender diversity. During last year's 'Ring the Bell for Gender Equality' event, BHB launched the Board Mentorship Program in collaboration with the Bahrain Institute of Banking and Finance (BIBF), aimed at cultivating board-ready candidates through a specialized training program. Similarly, during the 2023 ceremony, BHB announced its endorsement of the UN Women Empowerment Principles (WEP), joining over 7,000 global signatories in a voluntary commitment to advancing gender inclusion in the workplace and beyond. Notably, in 2019, Bahrain Bourse announced its voluntary commitment to the United Nations Sustainable Stock Exchanges (SSE) initiative to promote sustainable and transparent capital markets as part of its sustainability journey. The SSE initiative focuses on the sustainable disclosure of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) facts.
Zawya
09-03-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Bahrain Bourse ‘Rings the Bell for Gender Equality' for the 7th year in a row
Bahrain Bourse (BHB), a licensed exchange by the Central Bank of Bahrain, participated in the annual United Nations 'Ring the Bell for Gender Equality' initiative in conjunction with the celebration of International Women's Day on March 8, 2025, marking its seventh consecutive year of participation. Bahrain Bourse joined 116 global exchanges and clearing houses to honor the occasion with a week of bell-ringing activities. The initiative, now in its 11th year with the theme, 'Ring the Bell for ALL Women and Girls: Rights. Equality. Empowerment,' is a collaborative effort between the International Finance Corporation (IFC), the Sustainable Stock Exchanges (UN SSE) initiative, the UN Global Compact, UN Women, and the World Federation of Exchanges (WFE). It aims to highlight the importance of advancing gender equality and empowering women across the workplace, marketplace, and community. Bahrain Bourse's participation is consistent with its broader commitment to fostering gender equality and empowering women within the capital markets sector. This year's initiative engaged both male and female employees at BHB, underscoring the importance of gender parity within the organization and across the industry. Shaikh Khalifa bin Ebrahim Al-Khalifa, Chief Executive Officer of Bahrain Bourse, commented, 'Bahrain Bourse is proud to consistently participate in the United Nations 'Ring the Bell for Gender Equality' initiative, reaffirming its commitment to empowering women across the financial sector. By supporting initiatives like this, we emphasize the critical role of diverse perspectives in driving growth and innovation within the industry while advancing the UN Sustainable Development Goal 5 for a more inclusive and sustainable future.' In line with its sustainability action plan, Bahrain Bourse has consistently introduced and supported initiatives that promote gender diversity. During last year's 'Ring the Bell for Gender Equality' event, BHB launched the Board Mentorship Program in collaboration with the Bahrain Institute of Banking and Finance (BIBF), aimed at cultivating board-ready candidates through a specialized training program. Similarly, during the 2023 ceremony, BHB announced its endorsement of the UN Women Empowerment Principles (WEP), joining over 7,000 global signatories in a voluntary commitment to advancing gender inclusion in the workplace and beyond. Notably, in 2019, Bahrain Bourse announced its voluntary commitment to the United Nations Sustainable Stock Exchanges (SSE) initiative to promote sustainable and transparent capital markets as part of its sustainability journey. The SSE initiative focuses on the sustainable disclosure of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) facts. About Bahrain Bourse Bahrain Bourse is a self-regulated multi-asset marketplace operator established in 1987. Bahrain Bourse aims to offer to its investors, issuers, and intermediaries a comprehensive suite of exchange-related facilities including offering listing, trading, settlement, and depositary services for various financial instruments. We aim to offer our stakeholders with the best investment and trading solutions, and pair it with creative insights and problem solving skills to provide our investors, issuers, and intermediaries with valuable resources to meet their every expectation. Our key growth pillars underpins our way of conducting business and how we interact with our stakeholders: Origination, Innovation, Collaboration, and Pioneering Spirit, and all of them working together is what enables us to offer you with an "Oasis of Investment Opportunities'. For general inquiries, please contact: Bahrain Financial Harbor Harbor Gate, Level 4 P.O. Box 3203 Manama, Kingdom of Bahrain info@ For media inquiries, please contact: Marketing & Business Development e-Mail:
