Experiencing life abroad can be life-changing, providing opportunities for personal growth and career advancement. By stepping outside your comfort zone, you will discover that managing daily challenges, learning a new language, and engaging with diverse cultures will become easier than anticipated. With the many options available today for overseas travel, now is an ideal time to explore and broaden your horizons.
Expat experiences are critical to career growth. Yet, females make up only 20% of international experiences. With this year’s International Women’s Day theme #ChooseToChallenge, let’s challenge HR and ourselves to develop and demand expat programs that are more inclusive. As a female working abroad, I have five recommendations on how to be more inclusive.