Emancip8 Project

by  Emancip8 Project Gender disparities within the C-suite landscape of Southeast Asia remain a critical concern. This article offers a gendered analysis of the region’s top-level management, examining the factors that contribute to these imbalances and highlighting the importance of fostering gender diversity in the corporate world. A primary factor perpetuating gender inequality in Southeast Asia’s C-suite is the prevalence of deeply ingrained cultural norms and gender stereotypes (Madsen, 2011). Women are often expected to prioritize caregiving and familial responsibilities over professional pursuits, which can limit their opportunities for career advancement. By promoting work-life balance and supporting women’s career aspirations, organizations in the region can help to dismantle these barriers. The “glass ceiling” phenomenon, whereby women encounter invisible barriers to career advancement, is pervasive in Southeast Asian companies (Azmi et al., 2012). This problem is further...