FSC Empower Women Co-Chair Tracey Cross spoke at Te Ara Ahunga Ora Retirement Commission’s event on the launch of their latest report, Improving Women’s Retirement Income.
L-R: FSC Co-Chair Tracey Cross, Retirement Commissioner Jane Wrightson, EeMun Chen of MartinJenkins and Chair of Women in Finance Advice New Zealand Zebunisso Alimova.
On 17 September, FSC Empower Women Co-Chair Tracey Cross joined a panel of leaders discussing Women, Work and Retirement, where the latest research from Te Ara Ahunga Ora, The Retirement Commission, was released.
This was the latest event in the National Strategy for Financial Capability’s Connection Series. Hosted at KPMG's offices in Auckland, the event brought together voices from across the financial services sector to tackle one of the most pressing issues facing women in Aotearoa: the gender gap in retirement income.
MartinJenkins’ Improving Women’s Retirement Income report, prepared for Te Ara Ahunga Ora Retirement Commission, explores the persistent gender gap in retirement outcomes. Using a life-course approach, it identifies where targeted policy interventions can make a meaningful difference for women. The report focuses on six pivotal stages: education, work, relationship status, parenting, housing tenure, and retirement.
Clear, comprehensive, and backed by current research, the report outlines key issues and presents practical solutions, including a useful life stages roadmap. It’s a great resource for anyone committed to driving change in this space.
This is a powerful call to action to confront the stark statistics and challenges facing women’s retirement income. It’s a conversation that must be elevated, including into boardrooms, as we work to protect and support our people.