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
Upcoming events
Why gender inclusive design? Product and service design for everyone – GA:P Events Series
Part of an exciting multi-session online series, featuring a panel of business leaders discussing how gendered analysis helped them to uncover hidden opportunities, innovate, improve performance and grow their businesses. | April 22, 2021
Safiya Noble: Algorithms of Oppression – GA:P Virtual Events Series
Part of an exciting multi-session online series, Safiya Umoja Noble offers and in depth revealing look at how negative biases against women of colour are embedded in search engine results and algorithms . | April 28, 2021
Key insights and research
YWCA’s response to COVID-19 in Canada
This case study looks at how YWCA responded to the COVID-19 pandemic by seeking new ways to serve its vulnerable communities with fewer resources, while also maintaining organizational sustainability.
How we talk about discrimination affects discriminatory behaviours
This study finds that how people are exposed to ideas about discrimination affects whether they use stereotypes in hiring, in turn shaping labour markets.
Early Childhood Education and Care – Transition Briefing
This policy brief, co-written by Sarah Kaplan, offers a new strategy to expand high-quality and affordable early childhood education and care in Ontario.
Past event summaries
Heather McGhee on “The Sum of Us: What Racism Costs Everyone and How We Can Prosper Together”
Livestream: In conversation with Sonia Kang, Heather McGhee, an expert in economic and social policy, offers an exploration about the self-destructive bargain of white supremacy and its rising cost to all of us. | April 7, 2021
Arlan Hamilton “It’s About Damn Time: How to Turn Being Underestimated into Your Greatest Advantage”
Sarah Kaplan chats with Arlan Hamilton, author and Founder and Managing Partner of Backstage Capital, a venture capital firm dedicated to minimizing funding disparities in tech by investing in high-potential founders who are people of colour, women, and/or LGBT. This will be an empowering conversation about finding your voice and working your way into any room that you won't want to miss! | March 24, 2021
GATE in the News
What Does a Post-COVID Economic Recovery Look Like for Women?
Readers Digest Best Health highlights the impact on women in the workplace during the pandemic while featuring GATE Research Associate, Carmina Ravanera, as she discusses the continued pressures on women and care work.
Why leaders need to act now to prevent the ‘she-cession’ from lasting beyond the pandemic
Sonia Kang is featured in this Globe piece and reveals tactics and tools for organizations to remove the risk of unconscious bias in their hiring practices.
How RACBC is working hard to improve representation at Rotman
GATE MBA Fellow Chantal Chizea discusses how she has been working to expand Black mentorship programs at Rotman.
Upcoming events
Key insights and research
GATE in the News
What Does a Post-COVID Economic Recovery Look Like for Women?
Readers Digest Best Health highlights the impact on women in the workplace during the pandemic while featuring GATE Research Associate, Carmina Ravanera, as she discusses the continued pressures on women and care work.
Why leaders need to act now to prevent the ‘she-cession’ from lasting beyond the pandemic
Sonia Kang is featured in this Globe piece and reveals tactics and tools for organizations to remove the risk of unconscious bias in their hiring practices.
How RACBC is working hard to improve representation at Rotman
GATE MBA Fellow Chantal Chizea discusses how she has been working to expand Black mentorship programs at Rotman.