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
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
Lee Airton on “Gender: Your Guide”
Join us as Assistant Professor Lee Airton discusses their latest book, "Gender: Your Guide: A Gender-Friendly Primer on What to Know, What to Say, and What to Do in the New Gender Culture." | April 09, 2019
Key insights and research
Parental leave: Why we need to talk about fatherhood
In 2017, 90% of mothers took maternity leave, but only 12% of fathers took or intended to take paternity leave. Why? To shed light on the implications of paternity leaves and fatherhood, we hosted a scholarly discussion during our 3rd Annual Research Roundtable.
How marriage structure influences bias at work
Researchers provide evidence that heterosexual men in "traditional" marriages view women in the workforce unfavourably.
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
Rebecca Traister on “Good and Mad: The Revolutionary Power of Women’s Anger”
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
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
GATE in the News
Federal budget 2019: New funding will fill key data gaps, create Canadian information centre
Sarah Kaplan speaks to The Globe and Mail about the 2019 federal budget.
Why the ‘business case’ for hiring more women isn’t working
For The Globe and Mail, Sarah Kaplan and Nancy Wilson (Canadian Women's Chamber of Commerce) challenge the "business case" for gender diversity.
Big question: What role should quotas play in promoting diversity in the workplace?
Sarah Kaplan speaks to IEMA Transform about the role of quotas in the workplace.
Upcoming events
Key insights and research
GATE in the News
Federal budget 2019: New funding will fill key data gaps, create Canadian information centre
Sarah Kaplan speaks to The Globe and Mail about the 2019 federal budget.
Why the ‘business case’ for hiring more women isn’t working
For The Globe and Mail, Sarah Kaplan and Nancy Wilson (Canadian Women's Chamber of Commerce) challenge the "business case" for gender diversity.
Big question: What role should quotas play in promoting diversity in the workplace?
Sarah Kaplan speaks to IEMA Transform about the role of quotas in the workplace.