We’re using rigorous research to change the conversation on gender equality.
In November and December, we’re doing a fundraising drive. Please support us!
We’re using rigorous research to change the conversation on gender equality.
In November and December, we’re doing a fundraising drive. Please support 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
Experts Discuss “Towards a Feminist City (II): Gender and Diversity in the City Building Industry”
The second event in our Feminist City series. This panel examines the experiences of women working in this notoriously white and male-dominated field. | January 30, 2020
Cleo Stiller on “Modern Manhood: Conversations About the Complicated World of Being a Good Man”
Cleo Stiller will converse with Nouman Ashraf about "Modern Manhood", and what it means to genuinely be a good man, whether in dating, work, or money, and everything else in between. | March 24, 2020
Key insights and research
Gender-based analysis as a turnaround strategy at McCarthy Uniforms
McCarthy Uniforms is a uniform supplier to schools, sports teams, municipalities, and businesses. This case study focuses on how the leadership team used gender-based analysis to identify growth opportunities in a turnaround strategy to save McCarthy Uniforms from bankruptcy.
Why employees with families may be more absorbed at work
There is a common perception that employees with families are less committed to their work than single, childless employees. This study looks at how single, childless workers in fact report lower absorption in their work than those with other family structures.
How gender identity and expression protections support employees
This policy brief summarizes how gender identity and expression protections can support transgender and gender-nonconforming people in the workplace, the benefits and challenges of using these protections, and how to move towards greater workplace inclusion.
Past event summaries
Robyn Doolittle on “Had It Coming: What’s Fair in the Age of #MeToo?”
Investigative journalist Robyn Doolittle discussed her book "Had It Coming," about how attitudes around sexual behaviour have changed, and still need to change, in the age of #MeToo. | November 27, 2019
4th Annual Research Roundtable | November 2019
We were excited to host our 4th Annual Research Roundtable for academic researchers. This year included a keynote from Senior Associate Dean of MBA Programs, Miguel M. Unzueta, UCLA Anderson, idea blitzes from academic researchers, and a debate on the pros and cons of anti-sexual-harassment training programs.
GATE in the News
How this Evening MBA ’19 made the most of her business school experience
GATE MBA student fellow Alicia Riolino reflects on her journey on balancing a full-time career, Evening MBA program, and two busy fellowships.
LEAF announces board of directors for 2019 to 2020
The Law Times reports that GATE-funded researcher Hadiya Roderique joins the LEAF Board of Directors.
Women Freelancers Face Larger Gender Pay Gap Than Those Employed Full‑Time
Sarah Kaplan is quoted in an article in The Swaddle, about the gender pay gap for women freelancers.
Upcoming events
Key insights and research
GATE in the News
How this Evening MBA ’19 made the most of her business school experience
GATE MBA student fellow Alicia Riolino reflects on her journey on balancing a full-time career, Evening MBA program, and two busy fellowships.
LEAF announces board of directors for 2019 to 2020
The Law Times reports that GATE-funded researcher Hadiya Roderique joins the LEAF Board of Directors.
Women Freelancers Face Larger Gender Pay Gap Than Those Employed Full‑Time
Sarah Kaplan is quoted in an article in The Swaddle, about the gender pay gap for women freelancers.