We’re using rigorous research to change the conversation on gender equality. Join us!
We’re using rigorous research to change the conversation on gender equality.
Join us!
Join us!
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
What we’re talking about
We’ve curated a collection of resources on the most hotly debated topics in gender and the economy. These explainers–which include research briefs, videos, and articles–will get you up to speed on the latest research and ideas.
What we’re talking about
We’ve curated a collection of resources on the most contentious topics in gender and the economy. These explainers–which include research briefs, videos, and articles–will get you up to speed on the latest research and ideas.
Upcoming events
Rebecca Traister on “Good and Mad: The Revolutionary Power of Women’s Anger”
Join us as Rebecca Traister, Writer at Large for New York magazine and a Contributing Editor at Elle, tracks the history of female anger as political fuel for change. | February 28, 2019
Expert discussion on “What could a feminist city look like?”
Join us in this unique discussion about access and gender equity in cities with esteemed local urbanists, activists, and writers; co-hosted by the School of Cities. | March 27, 2019
Key insights and research
How marriage structure influences bias at work
Researchers provide evidence that heterosexual men in "traditional" marriages view women in the workforce unfavourably.
Why power doesn’t prevent sexual harassment
Researchers find that harassment is often used as an equalizer against female supervisors; indicating that harassment is about control and domination, not sexual desire.
Doing gender analysis: A case study of Root Capital’s Women in Agriculture Initiative
Organizations are seeking to apply a “gender lens” to all of their work. This case study shows how Root Capital's used gender analysis in its Women in Agriculture Initiative to improve their impact. It provides clear examples of gender analysis at work, how it is done and the organizational implications of doing it.
Past event summaries
Heath Fogg Davis on “Beyond Trans: Does Gender Matter?”
Associate professor and author, Heath Fogg Davis, joined us to ask: Why do we need to mark people and places with sex categories? | December 06
Gemma Hartley on “Fed Up: Emotional Labor, Women, and the Way Forward”
Journalist Gemma Hartley detailed how the thankless day-to-day anticipating of needs and solving of problems is feeding gender inequality. | December 03, 2018
GATE in the News
Gillette’s socially conscious message likely to get warm reception in Canada
Sarah Kaplan comments on the latest Gillette commercial and the prevalence of socially-conscious advertising for CTV News. (This piece was also picked up by the Toronto Sun and Ottawa Citizen.)
Why Are Business Schools Still Struggling to Recruit Women?
Sarah Kaplan and two GATE MBA Student Fellows are quoted in a VICE piece on the gender gap in MBA programs.
Women Are Asking To Be Paid What They’re Worth — So Why Aren’t They Getting It?
GATE is mentioned in a piece by Bustle on the gender wage gap, and why it's more complicated than "women need to ask for more money."
Upcoming events
Key insights and research
GATE in the News
Gillette’s socially conscious message likely to get warm reception in Canada
Sarah Kaplan comments on the latest Gillette commercial and the prevalence of socially-conscious advertising for CTV News. (This piece was also picked up by the Toronto Sun and Ottawa Citizen.)
Why Are Business Schools Still Struggling to Recruit Women?
Sarah Kaplan and two GATE MBA Student Fellows are quoted in a VICE piece on the gender gap in MBA programs.
Women Are Asking To Be Paid What They’re Worth — So Why Aren’t They Getting It?
GATE is mentioned in a piece by Bustle on the gender wage gap, and why it's more complicated than "women need to ask for more money."