Black Scientists With STEM Ph.D.s Face Deep Disparities
A new report finds they disproportionately carry large amounts of student loan debt, among other disparities faced by STEM doctoral grads of color.
Women have gained ground in the nation’s highest-paying occupations, but still lag behind men
Women now make up 35% of workers in the United States’ 10 highest-paying occupations – up from 13% in 1980. They have increased their presence in almost all of these occupations, which include physicians, lawyers and pharmacists.
Pew Survey Highlights Mixed Views on Workplace DEI Efforts
A Pew Research Center survey reveals that while 56% of U.S. workers view diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts positively, relatively few prioritize diversity in their own workplaces. The study, conducted among 5,902 workers, found significant divides in perceptions based on demographics and political affiliations.
Key findings include:
- DEI Impact: A majority say DEI measures like fairness in hiring and DEI trainings have a positive workplace impact, though women and Democrats are more likely to hold this view.
- Diversity Priorities: About 32% of workers highly value racial and ethnic diversity, and 26% prioritize gender diversity at work. Women and Black workers are most likely to value diversity across measures.
- Accessibility: Half of workers consider accessibility for individuals with disabilities very important, with women and Black workers placing greater emphasis on this.
- Demographic Challenges: Many believe being a man or being White offers advantages in the workplace, while being a woman, Black, or Hispanic often poses barriers.
The survey highlights both support for DEI and the challenges of achieving equitable inclusion across diverse workplaces.
Source: Pew Research Center
Study Reveals Workplace Gender Inequality Stems from Bias, Not Behavior
A recent study published by Stephen Turban, Laura Freeman, and Ben Waber highlights that gender inequality in the workplace is not due to differences in behavior between men and women but rather how they are treated. The research, conducted at a multinational firm, used advanced sensor technology to analyze workplace behavior and found no significant differences in how men and women engage with senior leadership, communicate, or allocate their time.
Despite similar behaviors, women were less likely to advance, suggesting that gender bias, rather than behavior, is a key factor in workplace inequality. The study emphasizes that efforts to reduce bias, rather than solely focusing on changing women’s behavior, are crucial for achieving gender equality in the workplace. Companies are encouraged to use data-driven approaches to identify and address the root causes of gender inequality.
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