Wednesday, 3 May 2023

Addressing the changing world of work

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May 3rd 2023
Perspectives
Inform your discussions and decisions this week: across industries, sectors and regions, events of the past four years have significantly affected how millions of people work—and how employers are approaching the workforce.

In this issue, examine methods to improve mental health in the workplace, learn how geopolitical uncertainty may influence the labour market and assess the future economic consequences of the covid-19 pandemic. You can also explore how employers and the government are addressing skills shortages in Asia.
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The covid-19 pandemic increased awareness of mental health in the workplace, but data show leaders are lacking resources to take action. Analyse how employers can support their workforce, improve mental-health outcomes and maximise return on investment.
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Globalisation | article
How will labour market trends respond to global shocks?
Discover how significant changes in geopolitics, economic volatility and technological adoption will affect workforces in 2023.
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Sustainability | Q&A
Glory Oguegbu: fighting for a better future
Explore how greater awareness of STEM careers and more women in leadership roles can help achieve a sustainable energy transition.
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Globalisation | report
Bridging the skills gap: fuelling careers and the economy
Learn how employees in Hong Kong can develop skills to prepare them for the economy of the future.
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Economic development | whitepaper
Understanding the economic consequences of the covid-19 pandemic
Analyse the ongoing effects of the virus on global economies and assess how responses to future shocks can be strengthened.
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Globalisation | article
The burden of unpaid childcare
Discover how formalised networks of childcare could increase women's ability to engage in income-generating work.
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