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
Soraya Chemaly on “Rage Becomes Her: The Power of Women’s Anger”
Join us as Soraya Chemaly, Director of the Women’s Media Center Speech Project and award-winning writer, makes the case for why we're angry, and why it matters in her latest book, "Rage Becomes Her." | April 30, 2019
Emily Oster on “Cribsheet: A Data-Driven Guide to Better, More Relaxed Parenting, from Birth to Preschool”
Join us as Emily Oster, award-winning economist and author, discusses her latest book that tackles decision making in the early years of parenting. | May 17, 2019
Key insights and research
The impact of a family’s income level on the use of parental leave benefits
Research indicates that parental leave policies have differential effects depending on family income, with low-income families less likely to take full advantage of parental leave benefits.
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.
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
Lee Airton on “Gender: Your Guide”
Assistant Professor Lee Airton discussed 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
Expert discussion on “What could a feminist city look like?”
This unique discussion about access and gender equity in cities featured esteemed local urbanists, activists, and writers; co-hosted by the School of Cities. | March 27, 2019
GATE in the News
Visitors CRAM U of T campus at one-night festival of ideas
Sarah Kaplan presents her work on going beyond the business case for gender equality at CRAM Toronto.
A dispiriting survey of women’s lot in university economics
Heather Sarson's work is featured in a piece by The Economist on sexism and harassment in economics.
Are screening biases costing your company top talent?
GATE-funded researcher, Hadiya Roderique writes for The Globe and Mail about how screening biases may be costing companies top talent.
Upcoming events
Key insights and research
GATE in the News
Visitors CRAM U of T campus at one-night festival of ideas
Sarah Kaplan presents her work on going beyond the business case for gender equality at CRAM Toronto.
A dispiriting survey of women’s lot in university economics
Heather Sarson's work is featured in a piece by The Economist on sexism and harassment in economics.
Are screening biases costing your company top talent?
GATE-funded researcher, Hadiya Roderique writes for The Globe and Mail about how screening biases may be costing companies top talent.