Women’s History Month: Marking Progress on the Gender Pay Gap

Every year, March is designated Women’s History Month by presidential proclamation, a time to celebrate women’s contributions throughout America’s history. Beginning March 1, this year we honor “Women Who Advocate for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion.”  This year, there’s something to celebrate in regard to the gender pay gap, as progress has been made for the…

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Breaking Gender Barriers in Mining: South Flank Case Study

A remote Australian mine is seemingly achieving the impossible in breaking gender barriers in the workplace. South Flank, a BHP iron ore mine in Western Australia, has achieved an impressive gender balance. 40% of its frontline employees and four out of its six senior managers are women. The ILO (International Labor Organization) defines gender balance,…

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