As we gracefully exit Women's Month, we are reminded that the celebration of women extends far beyond a particular time frame and event. At Juta and Company we continue to proudly highlight its commitment to gender equality with a remarkable 59% female representation in its leadership team, including senior management and executive roles. Celebrating a robust 170-year legacy as a leading specialist publisher and legal technology solutions provider, Juta and Company is dedicated to empowering women within the organization, fostering their career growth, and supporting their aspirations.

Juta’s stalwart Customer Services Manager, Caron Bell is just one of many examples we would like to celebrate. Caron’s journey at Juta is a testament to the company’s commitment to employee development and support. Starting as a Junior PA to the Warehouse Manager over 37 years ago, Caron’s career progression to her current role as Customer Services Manager highlights the impact of targeted training and a nurturing work environment. She fondly recalls the numerous training opportunities she’s had, with a standout moment being her part-time graduation with a BSc Honours in Operations & Management. 

"I truly appreciated Juta’s flexibility, which allowed me to balance work while attending lectures twice a week over four years. The company’s family-oriented culture and the strong support system I received at home and work were crucial to my success. Even with the challenges, my belief in the possibilities afforded by this supportive environment played a key role in helping me achieve my career goals." She continued. 

Chief Human Resource Officer Zaida Samuels emphasized, "With a two-thirds female workforce, we recognize that women often balance multiple roles. To support this, we have established a flexible work environment, valued family needs, and implemented leave policies that exceed standard legal requirements. It’s practises like these that enable our women to lead on all fronts, from the home to the boardroom. "

Moreover, Juta and Company takes pride in being a level 1 B-BBEE contributor. Through various initiatives, the organization has empowered female entrepreneurs, enabling them to become suppliers and achieve self-sustainability.