How our education system undermines gender equity - And why culture change—not policy—may be the solution
In order to improve access and equity across gender lines from kindergarten through the workforce, we need considerably more social-questioning and self-assessment of biases about women’s abilities.
What are the psychological effects of gender inequality?
In this article, we will look at the psychological effects of gender inequality.
Gender Equity Starts in the Home
The presence of more men sharing more fully in domestic duties for an extended period of time has the potential to create a sea change in gendered norms — at home and at work.
Ageism Stereotypes
It’s hard to break away from allowing your brain to go towards stereotypes in each and every situations you’re involved in. That’s why education about stereotypes, including ageism, is so important.
Ageism in the Workplace: Statistics to Know
These statistics reveal ageism in the workplace to be a major issue for the tech industry and other sectors.
6 Signs of Ageism in the Workplace and How to Deal With It
Are you ready to slow down at work and retire? We didn't think so either.
Where there's gender equality, people tend to live longer
Both women and men are likely to live longer when a country makes strides towards gender equality.
Age Discrimination in the Workplace: What Employers Need To Know
In this post, we outline the issues and offer concise solutions to combat age discrimination in the workplace.
Autism in the Workplace: How to Accommodate Adults with Autism At Work
We’ll explore why adults with autism struggle to find employment and how employers can support employees who have autism. Let’s begin by defining autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and what it looks like.
10 Things to Know About Autism and Employment
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is is a type of neurodivergence and a disability. In our society that is set up to advantage non-disabled and neurotypical people, autistic adults can have a hard time finding regular, paying jobs.
Autism at Work: Overcoming Challenges
People on the autism spectrum tend to face unique challenges in the workplace. But there are ways to identify the right kind of work for you, overcome obstacles, and set yourself up for job success.
Autism Doesn’t Hold People Back at Work. Discrimination Does.
Neurodiversity discrimination is systemic, but there are ways to defy it.
8 Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders whose innovations have changed your life
Throughout US history, Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPI) have been responsible for many remarkable technological innovations and scientific discoveries.
Job burnout: How to spot it and take action
Feeling burned out at work? Find out what you can do when your job affects your health.
'Brain waste': The skilled workers who can't get jobs
Some countries are full of educated people whose skills are badly needed. But there are barriers to matching them to jobs, leading to 'brain waste'.
What Is Overconfidence Bias? 3 Types of Overconfidence Bias
Many people, from novices to experts, overestimate their own abilities in a particular trade. Psychologists call this the overconfidence bias, and it manifests in all corners of life, from politics to investment decisions.
3 Workplace Biases that Derail Mid-Career Women
Mid-career women are often surprised by the levels of bias and discrimination they encounter in the workplace, especially if they’ve successfully avoided it earlier in their careers.
Identifying 9 Types of Unconscious Bias at Work
Learn why it's important for everyone— not just company leaders— to understand unconscious bias.
The ancient connections between atheism, Buddhism and Hinduism
A group of atheists and secularists recently gathered in Southern California to talk about social and political issues.