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In this informative episode of RYTHM Connect, host Umayal Eswaran speaks with Dr Hajah Yatela Zainal Abidin, CEO of Sime Darby Foundation (Yayasan Sime Darby), who shares her rich experiences and deep insights on the topics of diversity, empowerment, and leadership. Through an engaging dialogue and thoughtful reflection, they navigate the complex terrain of societal challenges and triumphs, offering a compelling narrative that speaks to the heart of gender equality, social justice, and the full realisation of women’s talents.
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0:00:07-0:02:28 – Introduction
Introducing RYTHM Connect, Dr Yatela, and YSD.
0:03:40-0:08:36 – Of Adversity and Allyship
Dr Yatela’s career and journey with YSD
Challenges and discrimination “as a woman and in a hijab”
A male ally emerges…
0:10:13-0:12:38 – Unconscious Biasness
Opening minds with education and awareness
Diversity for performance and profits
0:12:50-0:14:25 – Equality Everywhere
Unpacking the paid paternity policy
Equity in the workplace – and home
0:14:26-0:17:07 – Perspectives on Family and Talent Retention
Umayal on what truly defines family
Sharing the benefits and burdens
Empowering women: TalentCorp’s solution
0:17:33- 0:24:01 – The Dilemma of Underprivileged Women
The absolute unacceptability of domestic violence
Advancing education and awareness
Umayal on RYTHM’s Maharani Programme
0:24:26-0:29:33 – Effective Governance
Dr Yatela on the YSD experience
Women excelling in foundation leadership
Dispelling corporate foundation myths
0:29:43-0:34:03 – Closing Thoughts
The necessity of a diverse policy ecosystem
The vital role of women in sports
0:34:04-0:35:26 – Outro
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