Two virtual training sessions on Gender Equality and Global Capital Markets will be held next week as part of a partnership between the South Pacific Stock Exchange (SPX) and the United Nations Sustainable Stock Exchanges (UNSSE) Initiative. “Gender equality is increasingly becoming a core component of good governance and strong corporate performance,” SPX chief executive officer Sheraj Obeyesekere said.
“Companies that recognise this are better positioned to attract investment, improve decision-making, and deliver long-term value. This program supports participants in understanding these dynamics and aligning with global expectations.”
This marks the second collaboration between SPX and UNSSE, continuing efforts to bring global best practices and expertise to Fiji’s capital market and broader corporate sector. Participants will build awareness of sustainable finance through understanding the financial implications of gender inequality, improving corporate reporting and literacy on gender equality, and identifying market opportunities that these improvements afford.
This training has been developed by the UN SSE initiative in partnership with the International Finance Corporation (IFC), UN Women and Columbia University’s Sustainable Investing Research Initiative. Upon completion, participants can receive a CPD certified certificate of participation.
The program will be delivered through interactive sessions and expert-led discussions and is offered free of charge, with registrations open via https://sseinitiative.org/sse-event/SPX-Gender
SPX-listed companies, private sector entities, financial institutions, regulatory bodies and advisory firms are encouraged to nominate participants.
“The training is particularly relevant for board members, senior management, and professionals involved in governance, sustainability, strategy, human capital, and reporting,” Mr Obeyesekere said..
It will be held in two parts, on Monday 13 April (Part 1) and Wednesday 15 April (Part 2) 2026 from 16:30-18:30 (Suva time).
SPX joined the United Nations Sustainable Stock Exchanges Initiative in 2025, enabling the exchange to bring globally recognised training programs to Fiji.
