The real challenges women entrepreneurs face – whether they are in Silicon Valley or somewhere in Asia, are well, real. While rewriting the rules of business, women are still struggling to launch a business, create value and manage it all while taking care of a family. The reality is that the real challenges women entrepreneurs […]
Never too late to start something new: Embracing new beginnings after 50 – A few years ago, Nisha, a 62-year-old retiree decided to start a small bakery out of her kitchen. She’d spent decades as an accountant, crunching numbers, but her heart was always in baking. At an age when most people might settle into […]
From its origins in the 1930s as Glaxo Laboratories (Cey) Ltd to its evolution into Haleon (formerly GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare), the company has undergone a remarkable transformation anchored by a deep commitment to health and humanity. With trusted household names like Panadol tablets, Panadol for Children syrup, Panadeine, Iodex, ENO, Piriton syrup, Sensodyne, and Corsodyl […]
At Brandix, the vision of a truly inclusive workplace is not merely aspirational, it is a dynamic, evolving reality. The organisation is steadfast in its commitment to creating an environment where women are empowered, nurtured, and given every opportunity to lead, innovate, and thrive holistically. Guided by its Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity Accelerator (IDEA) Council, Brandix […]
In today’s fast-paced corporate world, women often juggle work demands, personal responsibilities, family roles, and community expectations, making it a challenging yet remarkable balancing act. Recognising these dynamics, HSBC Global Service Centre (GSC), Sri Lanka has positioned itself as a leader in organisational inclusivity and employee development. They have pioneered a comprehensive suite of initiatives […]
As we celebrate the Satynmag Women Friendly Workplace Awards 2025, among participants this year is HNB General Insurance (HNBGI), whose holistic approach to supporting women at work is a highly commendable initiative in Sri Lanka’s corporate world. More than a subsidiary of the HNB Group delivering insurance services islandwide, HNBGI is redefining what it means to be a women-friendly […]
As a participating organization in Satynmag Women Friendly Workplace Awards 2025, First Capital Holdings PLC (FCH), known as one of Sri Lanka’s leading full-service investment institution and a subsidiary of JXG (Janashakthi Group), has reaffirmed its commitment to creating a truly women-friendly workplace. The company is committed towards setting an industry benchmark through comprehensive policies, transparent practices, and a […]
Ceylon Tobacco Company PLC (CTC), being a renowned corporate pillar in the Sri Lankan economy, continues to uphold its reputation as a women-friendly organization deeply committed to gender empowerment and workplace inclusion. As one of the country’s most valuable companies and the single largest contributor to government tax revenue, CTC leverages its influential position to […]
As a teacher involved in several initiatives to overcome period poverty undertaken in schools, Mrs Buddhimathi Hettiarachchi a Teacher with Sir John Kotelawala Maha Vidyalaya in Piliyandala says that awareness and education is key to overcoming period poverty in Sri Lanka. Period poverty is still a big problem in Sri Lanka. Many girls do not […]
Good posture is a key area of our well- being – especially in today’s context when many of us spend time slouched over our digital screens. Poor posture can cause several physical issues such as chronic pain and reduced mobility. In contrast, proper posture will promote quality of life, boost confidence and enhance over-all wellbeing. […]
