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
Sarah Kaplan on “The 360° Corporation: From Stakeholder Trade-offs to Transformation”
Join us as Sarah Kaplan discusses her latest book: a comprehensive playbook for leaders who want to move beyond the business case for social responsibility and foster innovative business model transformation. | September 26, 2019
Robyn Doolittle on “Had It Coming: What’s Fair in the Age of #MeToo?”
Investigative journalist Robyn Doolittle will discuss her book "Had It Coming," about how attitudes around sexual behaviour have changed, and still need to change, in the age of #MeToo. | November 14, 2019
Key insights and research
Closing the gender funding gap for women entrepreneurs
Researchers discover that during venture capitalist question and answer sessions investors are more likely to ask promotion questions to men entrepreneurs and prevention questions to women entrepreneurs, impacting funding allocation.
Changing performance rating scales to interrupt gender bias
Evidence from this study suggests that the structure of performance evaluations can considerably affect how men and women are evaluated, and consequently, how they are rewarded.
What it means to create a “feminist city”
As the global population ages, income inequality increases, and the world rapidly urbanizes, prioritizing equity and accessibility in cities is crucial.
Past event summaries
Four Short Talks on “The Art of Change”
The thought leaders featured in the latest edition of the Rotman Management Magazine, "Art of Change" joined us to discuss their work and share important insights. | May 29, 2019
Emily Oster on “Cribsheet: A Data-Driven Guide to Better, More Relaxed Parenting”
Emily Oster, award-winning economist and author, discussed her latest book that tackles decision making in the early years of parenting. | May 17, 2019
GATE in the News
New solutions to mansplaining
In an opinion piece for The Chronicle Herald, Sarah Kaplan discusses how to eradicate mansplaining. (This piece originally appeared in The Conversation.)
Moving Beyond The Business Case For Queer And Trans Inclusion
Sarah Kaplan is quoted in this piece by IN on moving beyond the business case for inclusion.
Mind the gap: Business schools help women break the glass ceiling
Speaking to the Financial Times, Sarah Kaplan argues that the onus is on the industry, not educational institutes, to improve women’s lot in finance.
Upcoming events
Key insights and research
GATE in the News
New solutions to mansplaining
In an opinion piece for The Chronicle Herald, Sarah Kaplan discusses how to eradicate mansplaining. (This piece originally appeared in The Conversation.)
Moving Beyond The Business Case For Queer And Trans Inclusion
Sarah Kaplan is quoted in this piece by IN on moving beyond the business case for inclusion.
Mind the gap: Business schools help women break the glass ceiling
Speaking to the Financial Times, Sarah Kaplan argues that the onus is on the industry, not educational institutes, to improve women’s lot in finance.