What is 'Womenomics'?

Jul 29, 2024

Mitsuko Tottori, the new CEO of Japan Airlines and a leader in the movement for gender equality, discusses Japan's Womenomics initiative. She highlights the slow progress in increasing women in leadership since its 2013 launch and reflects on her own journey to the top. Tottori shares insights from young women in Japan expressing hope for change in workplace dynamics. The conversation emphasizes evolving attitudes toward gender roles and the importance of supporting women in balancing careers and family, signaling a shift towards greater equality.

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Intro

00:00 • 3min

Empowering Women in the Workforce

03:06 • 5min

Shifting Gender Dynamics in Japan's Womenomics

07:55 • 3min

Women in Leadership: A Shifting Landscape

10:28 • 7min

Progress and Challenges of Gender Equality in Japan

17:27 • 3min