Institute for Gender and the Economy (GATE)
Institute for Gender and the Economy (GATE)
Rigorous, cutting-edge research that advances insights on the dynamics of gender in the economy
Public events and press that bring insights on gender and the economy to life for practitioners
Programs that train current and future leaders to design policies, organizations and products for equality
Ways that you and your organization can get involved in changing the conversation on gender equality
Crowdfunding as activism
Why more women support female founders online and in underrepresented industries
Men behaving badly
The gendered nature of pricing bubbles in experimental asset markets
Gender inequality in entrepreneurial teams
The traditional division of household labour gets reproduced in husband-wife ventures
Allyship is Leadership
LGBTQ workers often struggle with coming out and feeling safe in the workplace. For many people, the decision to come out is contingent on whether they perceive the environment to be inclusive. This is where allies can step in by taking a stand and creating a culture of safety.
The Challenges and Opportunities of Being Out and a Leader at Work
Although advances have been made for LGBTQ rights over time, the public sphere of work remains a gray area for being out and being visible. Four leaders of top organizations talk about the challenges and opportunities of being out at work.
Upcoming event
How to be an Ally: Lending Privilege
Anjuan Simmons talks about how to be an ally on September 25, 2017 | 5:00-6:00 PM
GATE in the News
Gender Capitalism on TVO’s The Agenda
The Agenda with Steve Paikin
The future of leadership is a woman’s business
The Globe and Mail
Why Is Science So Straight?
The New York Times