According to the Open VLD, the fact that the highest positions are too little occupied by women remains a problem, despite a slight improvement in recent years. It is however positive that Matthias Diependele and Maxime Prévot both recognize that there is work in this area. “But we need concrete and deadline objectives,” argued Stephanie d’Hose.
Which must result in a clear plan including all the necessary measures. Particular attention must thus be paid to the balance between professional life and family life. The obstacles must be deleted: anyone with the required skills, whether man or woman, must have every chance on his side, she added.
“We could expect 6 times more CEO women in Belgium”, according to Google and BCG
“We are on the right track, but we are moving too slowly. Without a concrete ambition, we turn in circles. Flanders and Belgium deserve diplomacy that reflects their diversity, with a good balance between sexes. It is only in this way that we can make the difference in a credible way on the international scene,” concluded the liberal deputy.
