| dc.description.abstract | The pandemic has underscored gender inequality in the labor market, as social
distancing measures led to job losses, increased domestic violence, and a greater burden of
unpaid care work at home. Despite women being underrepresented in executive and
management roles, they significantly contribute to firm value, particularly in terms of
social engagement. Prior studies have focused on exploring the connection between a
gender-balanced board and the firm’s outcome. This study aims to explore the impact of
board gender diversity on the social and sustainability goals of firms. Data were gathered
from the top 200 firms listed on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX200) during the
years 2019 and 2023. We use the technique of panel regression to analyze the relationships
between variables. The findings indicate that having more women on boards positively
affects a company's social commitment. Specifically, it makes a positive impact on
improvements in employee management, human rights practices, public welfare, and
product responsibility. By doing the research thesis, we want to extend the literature by
further exploring how women can contribute to the social and sustainability objectives of
companies, as well as deliver practical implications for businesses and governments. | en_US |
