ESG Radio: Japan's Gender Gap

This week, Sasja is joined by Mari Kogiso, Co-CEO of SDG Impact Japan, a leading voice in sustainable finance and social entrepreneurship. Mari established the first gender lens investing fund in Asia to promote gender equality and also served as the Global Head of Diversity and Inclusion at the Fast Retailing Group.Japan is one of the world's largest economies, yet it lags behind in gender diversity within the corporate and finance sectors. Mari shares her unique insights on the reasons for this, and the cultural influences impacting the pace of change.Against this backdrop, Mari also highlights where there are signs of a positive shift in corporate attitudes influenced by investors and government. The effectiveness of quotas versus voluntary initiatives are explored, along with hopes for a more equitable future.Tune in for an insightful discussion on the impact of gender equality on Japan's societal and economic landscape.