RiiSE, one of the internal networks of the group that promotes diversity in all dimensions of gender, generation and culture. The double letter “ii” in RiiSE's symbolises men and women who are committed to the values of sharing knowledge, solidarity and fighting stereotypes. In addition to mentoring and promoting diversity, RiiSE strives to combat stereotypes, sexism and sexual harassment, through communication campaigns, conferences and awareness-raising workshops.
“As a global player and major employer in the hospitality industry, we recognise the critical role we play in setting and enforcing the standard for diversity and inclusion. The challenges of the last year have only reinforced the importance of community and the relevance of the Group’s values: inclusion, equity and care for others. We want to foster an environment where we promote and mentor women, and where they can feel safe working and staying in our hotels.” said Garth Simmons, Chief Executive Officer, Accor Southeast Asia, Japan & South Korea.
The talk show was presented by two inspiring female speakers, Dirprofnarkes RSPAD, Bridgen TNI dr. Dewi Puspitorini, Sp.P, MARS and Assistant Deputy for the Fulfillment of Rights, Protection and Empowerment of Women at the Coordinating Ministry for Human Development and Culture, Republic of Indonesia, Roos Diana Iskandar.
Dr. Dewi Puspitorini said, “The true role of women is not only to build themselves and their families, but also to build society and the nation. Strong women allow a country to become stronger. Therefore, they should be given opportunity to be involved in the development of society, the economy, and the state.
“The Covid-19 pandemic has forced everyone to face and adapt to changes. Men and especially women are faced with the same challenges of surviving in the midst of a pandemic. Women support the family’s well-being when husbands are made redundant, mothers are usually the ones to support their children’s home-based learning, women are the most vocal at home about health protocols, and most health workers are women.”
Deputy Assistant to the Coordinating Ministry for Human Development and Culture, Roos Diana, said, "The 2020-2024 National Medium Term Development Plan (RPJMN) is the policy foundation for achieving gender equality. Indonesia is also bound by international commitments to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), with 17 goals and 91 of its 169 targets relate to gender equality and the human rights of women and children. Indicators of women's progress can be seen from the HDI. Until now, in Indonesia the gap between the HDI (Human Development Index) of men and women is still high, meaning that the contribution of women is still lower than men's in development. For this reason, women must be given access to roles to be able to fulfil this development.”
The McKinsey study states that by 2025, annual global GDP will increase by 26% if women and men play an equal role in the labour market. Indonesia has the potential to lose US$135 billion in annual GDP if it fails to address gender equality by 2025.
“During this Covid-19 pandemic, women are the most vulnerable to job loss, violence (KDRT), exposure to COVID-19 because most health workers are women. A Law on the Eradication of Domestic Violence was passed in Indonesia to tackle domestic violence. In addition, the marriage guidance programme for prospective couple is one of the government's efforts to prevent domestic violence,” Roos concluded.